How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Essen start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Essen?

The average train ride duration from Göttingen to Essen is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 126 miles (202 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Göttingen to Essen route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Göttingen to Essen?

The earliest train departs from Göttingen to Essen at 6:30am. And the latest train departs at 7:41pm.

Train Göttingen to Essen from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Göttingen to Essen on December 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:59pm	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	9:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	CheapestFastest
	7:33am	Göttingen Station	3h 5m	10:38am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:59pm	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	9:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	7:33am	Göttingen Station	3h 5m	10:38am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:59pm	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	9:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Göttingen to Essen on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:32am	Göttingen Station	3h 3m	9:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:59pm	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	9:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:00am	Göttingen	7h 48m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
	6:32am	Göttingen Station	3h 3m	9:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:59pm	Göttingen Station	2h 59m	9:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Göttingen to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

125 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $31	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $120	Average Duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $25	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. Travelers 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 $20

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Göttingen to Essen by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $20. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Essen?
The average train ride duration from Göttingen to Essen is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 126 miles (202 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Göttingen to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Göttingen to Essen?
The earliest train departs from Göttingen to Essen at 6:30am. And the latest train departs at 7:41pm.

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You can expect to pay from $36 to $177 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 $36 which is on 2025-12-27.