Giessen station (Train Station): Departures and guide

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Giessen

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Gießen, Bahnhofstr. 102, 35390 Gießen
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Dining
Dining
  • Aydin Grill
  • Südwinde
  • Subway
  • Alt Giessen
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Hotel
  • Liebig-Hotel
  • Hotel Flamingo
  • Hotel Köhler
  • Hotel Adler
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Best day trips from Giessen by train

The most popular day trips by train from Giessen are Frankfurt am Main, Marburg, Kassel, and Cologne. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Giessen on Omio.

A view of Frankfurt am Main

Day trip from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main by train

Why visit Frankfurt am Main for the day?

Frankfurt am Main is known for its modern skyline, financial district, and riverside museums. Its rebuilt old town and Sachsenhausen cider taverns give the city a more traditional side.

How to get from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 40m.

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A view of Marburg

Day trip from Giessen to Marburg by train

Why visit Marburg for the day?

Marburg is a historic university city in Hesse with a steep old town, half-timbered houses, and a castle above the Lahn. Its lively student atmosphere and ties to Saint Elizabeth and the Brothers Grimm give it a distinct character.

How to get from Giessen to Marburg by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 15m.

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A view of Kassel

Day trip from Giessen to Kassel by train

Why visit Kassel for the day?

Kassel is known for documenta, one of Europe's major contemporary art events, and for the grand Wilhelmshöhe Park. The city blends postwar streetscapes with museums, green hills, and a relaxed cultural feel.

How to get from Giessen to Kassel by train?

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:39, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 19m.

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A view of Cologne

Day trip from Giessen to Cologne by train

Why visit Cologne for the day?

Cologne is known for its Gothic cathedral, Roman history, and relaxed Rhineland spirit. Museums, riverside walks, and Kölsch beer give the city a sociable, lived-in feel.

How to get from Giessen to Cologne by train?

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 44m.

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FAQ: Travel from Giessen station

Everything you need to know about Giessen station: From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

FAQs
The main attractions near Gießen station include the Mathematikum, a mathematics museum offering interactive exhibits, and the Liebig Museum, dedicated to the famous chemist Justus von Liebig.
Car rental services are not available at the station Gießen.
The station Gießen is approximately 0.939 kilometers from the city center.
To get to the city center from Gießen station, you can take a taxi directly, as taxi services are available.
Arrive at Gießen station at least 15-30 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for finding your platform and addressing any last-minute needs.
The Giessen train station is near the Liebig-Hotel.
Gießen station is located at Bahnhofstr. 102, 35390 Gießen, Germany.
Train ticket prices from Gießen Station to the closest airport vary based on the airline and booking class; checking current schedules and fares with a local operator or the German railway service is recommended for accurate pricing.
Various train providers operate services that stop at Giessen train station, including Deutsche Bahn and Nord-Ostsee-Bahn (NOB).
The train station Giessen is near the establishment Aydin Grill, where travelers can find dining options.
Safety at Gießen station during early morning or late evening depends on various factors, such as passenger presence and availability of staff, but generally, it is considered reasonably safe like most German stations.
Security and ticket checks are conducted at Gießen station, ensuring compliance with travel regulations and passenger safety.

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