- Must visit
Mathematikum
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits for all ages, especially popular with families and curious adults.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
Kč608
Average ticket price on Sep 17
Kč2745
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
4 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 17
7
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Giessen will cost around Kč2745 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč608.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Giessen without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus
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FlixBus
ICE 787 · 4159
ICE 789 · 4161
ICE 785+
29320
ICE 787 · 4159
ICE 789 · 4161
ICE 73+
24640
ECE 5+
24636
ICE 785+
29320Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč1125 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč1125, while a flight costs an average of Kč8723.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
Kč2401 Average price | Kč1125 Average price Cheapest | Kč8723 Average price | Kč1656 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg 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 Hamburg to Giessen:
A bus is Kč1275 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Giessen costing on average Kč2401.
A bus is Kč7598 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Giessen costing on average Kč8723.
Other travel options to Giessen take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 56m.
Bus takes on average 8h 41m.
You'll arrive about 50m sooner (3h 56m by train vs 4h 46m by car). Tickets start at around Kč2401 compared to roughly Kč1656 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.
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 Hamburg to Giessen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 785+ 29320 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h15 | 1:16 PM Giessen station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5+ 24636 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h57 | 1:26 PM Giessen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 · 4159 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h51 | 1:52 PM Giessen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73+ 24640 | On time 10:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h57 | 3:26 PM Giessen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · 4161 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h51 | 3:52 PM Giessen station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 2:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h30 | 3:20 AM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:01 PM Hamburg Harburg | 12h19 | 3:20 AM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Giessen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč518 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč518 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Discover the best of Giessen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Giessen trip today.
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits for all ages, especially popular with families and curious adults.
Giessen’s leading art museum with changing exhibitions, regional works, and modern presentation in a central location.
Birthplace memorial museum for physicist Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen, highlighting his life, discoveries, and scientific impact.
Botanical garden founded in the university tradition, valued for plant diversity, calm atmosphere, and seasonal beauty.
Historic monastery hill on the city edge, popular for walks, views, and combining nature with heritage architecture.
Central square framed by major civic buildings, useful as an orientation point and hub for events and city walks.
A Hessian potato soup often served with sausage. It is simple regional comfort food long linked to home cooking in central Hesse.
A rustic sour milk cheese from Hesse, usually served with onions, vinegar and oil. It is one of the region's most iconic tavern dishes.
Green sauce made with seven fresh herbs, traditionally eaten with eggs and potatoes. A classic Hessian spring and summer dish.
Refined restaurant known for modern seasonal cuisine and an elegant atmosphere, suited for a higher-end dinner.
Popular beer garden and casual dining spot with German dishes and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere by the Lahn.
Traditional Hessian brewery restaurant serving regional classics and beer in a lively rustic setting near the center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are fairly priced, and local transit is reasonable. Costs are usually lower than Frankfurt or Munich.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Giessen Bahnhof -> Marktplatz Giessen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Giessen 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 Giessen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Giessen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Gießen station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Giessen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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.
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