Giessen to Zurich train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Giessen to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$50

Average price

$50

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

5 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

358 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Giessen to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Giessen to Zurich will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Giessen for Zurich on Sat, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 358 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .

On Sat, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.

09:55AM5h05

Giessen

03:00PMZurich

$501One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Giessen to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Giessen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€66 Average price	€41 Average price Cheapest
6h 8m Average duration Fastest 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	13h 15m Average duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Giessen to Zurich

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Trains from Giessen to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $34 (€27)

Distance

221 miles (357 km)

Average train duration

5h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

$42 (€34)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 5m

First train

07:08

Last train

19:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $34 (€27)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Giessen to Zurich trains

Travel from Giessen to Zurich from $45 (€37) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Giessen to Zurich train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 5 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $45

FAQs: Trains from Giessen to Zurich

FAQs: Travel by train from Giessen to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Giessen to Zurich.

Cheap train tickets from Giessen to Zurich can start from as little as $45 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Giessen to Zurich is $108 (€88); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Giessen to Zurich train travel time is 5 h 5 min for the 221 mile (357 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Giessen to Zurich leaves at 12: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Giessen to Zurich leaves at 9: 59 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Giessen to Zurich which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Giessen to Zurich train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Giessen and Zurich to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 59 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Giessen to Zurich by train is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Zurich from Giessen including taking a train or flight.