Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Gießen | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Hamburg Hbf | Gießen | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Giessen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 376, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Giessen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Giessen?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Giessen start from R 581. The average price for this train route is around R 1 540. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamburg to Giessen?
The average train journey time from Hamburg to Giessen is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 344 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Giessen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Giessen?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Giessen departs at 06:24. And the latest train departs at 20:01.
Which is the best train operator from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Giessen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Giessen was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 036To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Giessen as early as possible.
