Next available departures

Next departures from Cologne to Giessen on 9 September
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	18:29	Hbf	2h 13m	20:42	Gießen	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + HLB	18:47	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 12m	20:59	Gießen	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	18:07	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 27m	20:34	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	18:17	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 25m	20:42	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + HLB	18:25	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 22m	20:47	Gießen	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + HLB	18:47	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 12m	20:59	Gießen	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	19:45	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 18m	22:03	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	18:07	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 27m	20:34	Gießen	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Giessen on 10 September
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + vlexx + HLB	06:53	Hbf	3h 41m	10:34	Gießen	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + HLB	07:47	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	1h 58m	09:45	Gießen	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	06:17	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 25m	08:42	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + HLB	06:25	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 22m	08:47	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + vlexx + HLB	06:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	3h 53m	10:34	Gießen	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + HLB	06:47	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	2h 12m	08:59	Gießen	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	06:27	Hbf	2h 15m	08:42	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	06:17	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 25m	08:42	Gießen	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Giessen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2h 25mAverage duration

77 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price₪49 - ₪153	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price₪126 - ₪461	Average duration2h 27m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.9/511 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi2.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Giessen by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Giessen?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Giessen start from ₪126. The average price for this train route is around ₪248. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Giessen?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Giessen is 2h 27m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Giessen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Giessen?
The earliest train from Cologne to Giessen departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 20:41.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Giessen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Giessen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Giessen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne 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.