Next available departures

Next departures for Essen to Giessen on October 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	6:54pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 53m	10:47pm	Gießen	Cheapest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	6:28am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 17m	9:45am	Gießen	Fastest
National Express + HLB	6:13am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 42m	10:55am	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + HLB	6:28am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 17m	9:45am	Gießen	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte	6:28am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 14m	10:42am	Gießen	No tags
VIAS Rail + DB Regio NRW + HLB	6:34am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 13m	10:47am	Gießen	No tags
National Express + DB Regio Mitte	7:13am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 39m	11:52am	Gießen	No tags
National Express + HLB	6:13am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 42m	10:55am	Gießen	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 ARS 26,712, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

94 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 26,712 - ARS 81,886	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 55,784 - ARS 253,878	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, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Giessen by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 ARS 55,784. The average price for this train route is around ARS 141,686. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Giessen?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Giessen is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 94 miles (151 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Essen to Giessen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Giessen?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Giessen at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 8:39pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Giessen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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.