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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Giessen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Giessen 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 Essen to Giessen?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Giessen start at $90. The average price for this train route is around $211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Giessen?
The average train trip from Essen to Giessen takes 3h 24m and covers 151 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 33m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Giessen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Giessen?
The earliest train from Essen to Giessen departs at 12:09pm. The latest train departs at 6:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Giessen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
