How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Essen start from R 327. The average price for this train route is around R 1 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Essen?

The average train journey time from Göttingen to Essen is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 202 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Essen?

The earliest train from Göttingen to Essen departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 19:41.

Train Göttingen to Essen from R 618 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Göttingen to Essen on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:59	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	21:58	Essen Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
	07:33	Göttingen Station	3h 5m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:59	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	21:58	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	07:33	Göttingen Station	3h 5m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:59	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	21:58	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Göttingen to Essen on 27 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:32	Göttingen Station	3h 3m	09:35	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:59	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	21:58	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	05:00	Göttingen	7h 48m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	06:32	Göttingen Station	3h 3m	09:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	18:59	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	21:58	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Göttingen to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 304, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

202 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 349 - R 522	Average duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 327 - R 2 059	Average duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 304 - R 428	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Göttingen and Essen?

Göttingen

A
Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee
Bahnhofspl. 1, 37073 Göttingen, Germany
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B
Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 327

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Göttingen to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Essen start from R 327. The average price for this train route is around R 1 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Essen?
The average train journey time from Göttingen to Essen is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 202 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Essen?
The earliest train from Göttingen to Essen departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 19:41.

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The cheapest trip from Göttingen to Essen was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 618

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Göttingen to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 618 to R 3 028 for a train ticket from Göttingen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 618, which is on 2025-12-27.