- Must visit
National Museum
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price on Oct 27
$71
Average ticket price on Oct 27
$136
Fastest journey on Oct 27
8 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
8 h 29 m
Trains on Oct 27
10
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Giessen to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Giessen to Prague will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Giessen to Prague without transferring at least 4 times.
29317+
ICE 585 · 3569 · Bus RE25
4155+
24931+
ICE 621 · 3569
RE 15005 · R 15510 · ICE 692 · IC 2443
RB 24785 · ICE 1557 · rj 383
24785+
ICE 1557 · S1 · 28008
15005+
15510 · ICE 692 · IC 2443
RE 15005 · R 15510 · ICE 692 · IC 2443
4155+
24931+
ICE 621 · 3569
29317+
ICE 585 · 3569 · Bus RE25
RB 29317 · ICE 585 · R 3569 · EC 60359Trains from Giessen to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (413 km) distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 256 miles (413 km) |
Average train duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
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The table below shows live departures for Giessen to Prague trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RB 24785 · ICE 1557 · S 31739 · Os 28008 | 8:22 AM Giessen station | 8h48 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1557 · RJ 383+ 24785 | Delayed 8:19 AM 8:22 AMGiessen station | 9h03 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1557 · S1 · 28008 · R 689 | Delayed 8:19 AM 8:22 AMGiessen station | 8h48 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
RB 24785 · ICE 1557 · rj 383 | 8:22 AM Giessen station | 9h03 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383+ 29315 | Delayed 10:12 AM 8:44 AMGiessen station | 8h41 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
RE 15005 · R 15510 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 | 8:59 AM Giessen station | 8h26 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
15510 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383 | 8:59 AM Giessen station | 8h26 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ICE 585 · 3569 · Bus RE25 · EX 359 | Delayed 10:56 AM 9:47 AMGiessen station | 8h34 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
RB 29317 · ICE 585 · R 3569 · EC 60359 | 9:47 AM Giessen station | 8h34 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
4155 · ICE 621 · 3569 · Bus RE25 | 9:54 AM Giessen station | 8h27 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 transfers | |
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Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Well-curated Jewish history museum across several historic sites. Important for understanding Prague's Jewish heritage and resilience.
Leading Czech art museum with medieval to modern works in a grand historic palace. Essential for fine art and decorative arts lovers.
Historic square at Prague's core, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque landmarks. A must for first-time visitors and classic city views.
Lively boulevard of Czech modern history, lined with shops and major buildings. Worth visiting for atmosphere and historic significance.
Romantic quarter of palaces, lanes, and church domes beneath Prague Castle. Ideal for wandering, photography, and quieter historic charm.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly linked to Bohemian home cooking.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle, often served with mustard, horseradish, and pickles. A hearty pub staple popular with Czech beer culture.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings. This iconic Czech combination is a cornerstone of traditional pub and family meals.
Traditional Czech restaurant and brewery by Prague Castle, praised for roast meats, dumplings, and polished historic interiors.
Upscale restaurant focused on Czech ingredients and game, with sophisticated service in an Art Nouveau municipal house setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Czech tasting menus in a refined setting near the Vltava.
Moderate for Europe: transit is cheap, casual meals are reasonable, and hotels in the center can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up or add about 10% for taxis if service is good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Giessen to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Giessen to Prague trains use the Gießen to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Giessen and Prague 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 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.
Gießen Erdkauter Weg is 2 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Erdkauter Weg 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, #imStress, Hacienda, Cafeteria CaRe
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg. ATMs are available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg. Information desks are available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel heyligenstaedt.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží 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 Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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