- Must visit
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$133
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$138
Fastest journey on Sep 21
6 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
7 h 25 m
Trains on Sep 21
4
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Giessen to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Giessen to Innsbruck will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
It's difficult to get from Giessen to Innsbruck without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Giessen to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a train costs an average of $127.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Giessen to Innsbruck:
A bus is $68 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Giessen to Innsbruck costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $565 (€462) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Giessen to Innsbruck costing on average $624 (€510).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 16m.
Bus takes on average 8h 17m.
Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $114 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.28 (€-10.86). The journey takes 6h 16m versus 5h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Giessen to Innsbruck trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:54 AM Giessen | 7h24 | 1:18 PM Innsbruck | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:54 AM Giessen | 7h24 | 3:18 PM Innsbruck | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Giessen | 7h24 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:10 AM Giessen | 8h39 | 8:49 AM Innsbruck | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Giessen to Innsbruck run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Giessen to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Giessen to Innsbruck trains use the Gießen to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Giessen and Innsbruck 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.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
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