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Trip Summary
There are usually 29 daily train trips available from Göttingen to Silkeborg. Traveling by train from Göttingen to Silkeborg usually takes 9 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 6 hours and 55 minutes.
Distance | 321 mi (516 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 0m |
Lowest price | $102.36 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Göttingen to Silkeborg?
2 train services operate from Göttingen to Silkeborg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 22 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 22 | 9h 22m | $135.40 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 9h 43m | $115.37 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Göttingen to Silkeborg start from $102, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Silkeborg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Göttingen leaves from Train Station . And in Silkeborg trains arrive at Silkeborg st and 2 other train stations.
From Göttingen to Silkeborg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 43 minutes. If you are looking to get to Silkeborg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Göttingen and Silkeborg is approximately 321 miles, or 516 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 55 minutes.
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.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Göttingen to Silkeborg. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Göttingen at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 29 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 Silkeborg to Göttingen.
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 Göttingen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Göttingen.
All train stations in Göttingen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Silkeborg?
Main arrival station: Laven st
There are more train stations and stops in Silkeborg than most cities. Most trains from Göttingen will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Silkeborg:
All train stations in Silkeborg:
Laven st
Silkeborg st
Svejbaek st
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