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Train Freiburg → Göttingen

Schedule & travel time

2h 16m 242 km 7 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

2h 16m

Fastest time

2h 43m

Avg. duration

242

Kilometers

7

Trains per day

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By train from Freiburg to Göttingen

An important rail connection: The train connection from Freiburg to Göttingen is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 2h 16m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 242 kilometers and is served by about 7 trains every day. Despite the lower frequency, you will still find suitable connections for your trip.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Freiburg to Göttingen saves you about 27 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Freiburg to Göttingen?

The fastest connection from Freiburg to Göttingen takes 2h 16m. The average travel time is 2h 43m.

How many trains run daily from Freiburg to Göttingen?

About 7 trains run daily on the Freiburg - Göttingen route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Freiburg to Göttingen?

The direct connection covers 242 km.

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Freiburg → Basel Bad Bf
0h 35m62 km
Freiburg → Donaueschingen
1h 27m49 km
Hannover → Göttingen
0h 32m94 km
Kassel-Wilh. → Göttingen
0h 18m41 km
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Return journey

Göttingen Freiburg

More connections

Freiburg → Basel Bad Bf0h 35mFreiburg → Donaueschingen1h 27mFreiburg → Paris Est3h 05mFreiburg → Berlin5h 30mHannover → Göttingen0h 32mKassel-Wilh. → Göttingen0h 18mKassel-Wilhelmshöhe → Göttingen19m
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Schedule data last updated: 12/05/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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