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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Giessen
Cheapest price
$271
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
8 h 52 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Giessen will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $271.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Giessen without transferring at least once.
EC 150 · 416411:10 AM8h52Milan Centrale8:02 PMGiessen station$2711One-way1 transfer
- EC 150 · 416411:10 AM8h52Milan Centrale8:02 PMGiessen station$2711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Milan to Giessen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $215.
Distance: 354 miles (571 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$224 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $211 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Giessen:
A flight is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Giessen costing on average $79 (€65).
A flight is $149 (€122) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Giessen costing on average $224 (€184).
Other travel options to Giessen take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 10m.
Bus takes on average 14h 20m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (8h 10m by train vs 8h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $224 (€184) compared to roughly $211 (€173) 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.
Live departures
Milan to Giessen train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Giessen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 150 · 4164 | On time 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 8h52 | 8:02 PM Giessen station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Giessen
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Trains from Milan to Giessen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $215 (€176) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 354 miles (571 km) distance in 8h 49m.
Distance 354 miles (571 km) |
Average train duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $215 (€176) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 49m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 10:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity from Milan to Giessen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Milan and Giessen from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Trains from Milan to Giessen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Giessen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
- Aydin Grill
- Südwinde
- Subway
- Alt Giessen
- Liebig-Hotel
- Hotel Flamingo
- Hotel Köhler
- Hotel Adler
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