What is the cheapest way to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

The cheapest way to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

The fastest way to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct train between Helmstedt and Göttingen?

No, there is no direct train from Helmstedt to Göttingen. However, there are services departing from Helmstedt, Bahnhof and arriving at Göttingen via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

The distance between Helmstedt and Göttingen is 156 km. The road distance is 145.8 km.

How do I travel from Helmstedt to Göttingen without a car?

The best way to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs €26 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmstedt to Göttingen train from?

Helmstedt to Göttingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Helmstedt, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

The best way to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs €26 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €35 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Helmstedt to Göttingen train arrive?

Helmstedt to Göttingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmstedt to Göttingen is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Helmstedt to Göttingen.

How do I get a train ticket from Helmstedt to Göttingen?

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Helmstedt to Göttingen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Helmstedt to Göttingen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof56 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Göttingen11 / ...
1h 53m
€27–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Göttingen central bus station335 / ...
2h 56m
€15–32
Drive 145.8 km
1. Drive from Helmstedt to Göttingen145.8 km
1h 19m
€21–31

Helmstedt to Göttingen by train

124Weekly Trains

1h 53mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.9 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Helmstedt, Germany and Göttingen, Germany?

You can take a train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Göttingen via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brunswick central station to Göttingen central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Ecolines also services this route 4 times a week.

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