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Trip Summary
You can pick from 35 daily train trips between Friedrichshafen and Göttingen. The average train journey from Friedrichshafen to Göttingen takes 7 hours and 37 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 6 hours and 1 minute.
| Distance | 269 mi (433 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 1m |
| Lowest price | $25.87 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Friedrichshafen to Göttingen
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: $63 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $26 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $26 one-way
Which train should you take from Friedrichshafen to Göttingen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Friedrichshafen to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 29 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 6h 6m | $62.67 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 29 | 7h 39m | $61.19 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 10 | 7h 34m | $56.17 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Friedrichshafen to Göttingen start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Friedrichshafen leaves from Löwental and 6 other stations. And in Göttingen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Friedrichshafen to Göttingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 34 minutes. If you are looking to get to Göttingen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 1 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 10 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Göttingen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Friedrichshafen and Göttingen is approximately 269 miles, or 433 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 1 minute.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Friedrichshafen to Göttingen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Friedrichshafen at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 35 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Göttingen to Friedrichshafen.
City Information
Göttingen
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Link to image attributionGöttingen is a city in central Germany, and its highlight is the University of Göttingen, founded in 1737. The university was once the most-visited university in Europe. Its grand splendor is still visible today, especially in the Göttingen State and University Library and its Old Botanical Garden.
The city center of Göttingen is another lovely spot to stroll around, with its many picturesque buildings and charming cobblestone streets. To explore the history and cultural significance of the city, check out the Göttingen City Museum. Make sure to stop in the marketplace in front of the Old Town Hall, too. In the corner of the square, you'll find Vierkirchenblick, a metal plate in the ground from which you can see the four most important churches in Göttingen.
Although Göttingen is relatively far from any of Germany's most significant cities, robust transportation still makes traveling there a breeze. Frequent Deutsche Bahn trains connect the city to Hamburg, Munich, Cologne, Antwerp, and more. Intercity buses operated by FlixBus and Sindbad offer additional ground travel at very affordable prices.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Friedrichshafen?
Main departure station: Löwental
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 8 stops and stations in Friedrichshafen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Friedrichshafen:
Löwental
Bahnhofplatz
Friedrichshafen-Kluftern
Friedrichshafen Hafen
Friedrichshafen-Fischbach
Friedrichshafen-Manzell
Friedrichshafen Ost
Friedrichshafen Landratsamt
Where is the train station in Göttingen?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Train Station
Göttingen has one train station.
All train stations in Göttingen:
Train Station
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