Next available departures

Next departures from Essen to Giessen on 4 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	06:22	Essen Hbf Kruppstraße	4h 20m	10:42	Gießen	Cheapest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	12:18	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	16:26	Gießen	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + HLB	06:07	Essen Central Train Station	4h 40m	10:47	Gießen	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	06:22	Essen Hbf Kruppstraße	4h 20m	10:42	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	06:20	Essen Central Train Station	4h 22m	10:42	Gießen	No tags
National Express + HLB	12:13	Essen Central Train Station	4h 42m	16:55	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	12:18	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	16:26	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + HLB	06:07	Essen Central Train Station	4h 40m	10:47	Gießen	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Giessen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 35mAverage duration

151 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCA$25 - CA$77	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCA$53 - CA$238	Average duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi2.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Giessen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Essen to Giessen?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Giessen start from CA$53. The average price for this train route is around CA$133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Giessen?
The average train journey time from Essen to Giessen is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 151 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Giessen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Giessen?
The earliest train from Essen to Giessen departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:39.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Giessen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.