- Must visit
Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
8 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Giessen to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Giessen to Berlin will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Giessen for Berlin on Tue, Jul 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 8 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
On Tue, Jul 28 the slowest trains will take 9 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Giessen to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$77 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Giessen to Berlin:
A bus is $41 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Giessen to Berlin costing on average $77 (€77).
A bus is $122 (€122) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Giessen to Berlin costing on average $158 (€158).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 17m.
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (4h 17m by train vs 4h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€77) compared to roughly $70 (€70) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Giessen to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:15 AM Giessen | 9h55 | 12:10 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:04 AM Giessen | 4h34 | 10:38 AM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Giessen | 9h38 | 7:43 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Giessen to Berlin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€25) but you can travel from only $24 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€25) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Giessen to Berlin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Giessen to Berlin trains use the Gießen to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Giessen and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gießen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Aydin Grill, Südwinde, Subway, Alt Giessen
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen. ATMs are available at Gießen.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen. Information desks are available at Gießen.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen.
Nearby hotels include Liebig-Hotel, Hotel Flamingo, Hotel Köhler, Hotel Adler.
Gießen Licher Str is 3 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Licher Str has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizza-Mouse, La Perla am Schwanenteich, Uni Döner Eck, Cafe JuWi
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Licher Str. ATMs are available at Gießen Licher Str.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Licher Str. Information desks are available at Gießen Licher Str.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Licher Str. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen Licher Str: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen Licher Str: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Licher Str.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Sletz.
Gießen Oswaldsgarten is 1 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Oswaldsgarten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Basilico, Aydin Grill, Südwinde
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. ATMs are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. Information desks are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Nearby hotels include Liebig-Hotel, Hotel Flamingo, Hotel Köhler, Hotel Restaurant Gasthausbrauerei Alt Giessen.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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