How to travel from Göttingen to Giessen

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Compare bus and train for Göttingen to Giessen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 177 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of NOK 177, while a train costs an average of NOK 567.

Distance: 86 miles (139 km)

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NOK 567

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NOK 177

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NOK 273

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2h 25m

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1h 55m

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3h 15m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Göttingen to Giessen

Compare the available ways to get from Göttingen to Giessen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Göttingen to Giessen is a bus with an average price of NOK 177.

This is compared to other travel options from Göttingen to Giessen:

A bus is NOK 390 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göttingen to Giessen costing on average NOK 567.

The fastest way to travel from Göttingen to Giessen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Giessen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Göttingen and Giessen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Göttingen to Giessen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around NOK 567 compared to roughly NOK 273 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -NOK 293. The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 55m 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.

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How to get from Göttingen to Giessen by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Göttingen to Giessen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Göttingen to Giessen

Travel to Giessen 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 Göttingen to Giessen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Göttingen and Giessen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Göttingen to Giessen is a bus with an average price of NOK 177.

This is compared to other travel options from Göttingen to Giessen:

A bus is NOK 390 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göttingen to Giessen costing on average NOK 567.

The fastest way to travel from Göttingen to Giessen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Giessen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 15m.

The distance from Göttingen to Giessen is approximately 86 miles (139 km).
The average frequency per day from Göttingen to Giessen is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Göttingen and Giessen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Göttingen to Giessen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Göttingen station and arrive in Giessen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Göttingen, ZOB and arrive in Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Göttingen to Giessen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn to go to Giessen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Giessen by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Göttingen to Giessen with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Göttingen to Giessen often also extend their vacation to go to Frankfurt am Main, Berlin, Paris, Hamburg, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Giessen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Giessen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Giessen, including its key attractions such as the Mathematikum science museum, the Botanical Garden of the University of Giessen, and the Liebig Museum, a two-day visit is recommended.

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