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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Gießen Mathematikum | Cheapest | |||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | Fastest | |||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags | |||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Gießen | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Giessen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Giessen by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Giessen cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Giessen is £71. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Giessen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Essen to Giessen?
A train trip between Essen and Giessen is around 3h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 93 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Essen and Giessen?
The number of trains from Essen to Giessen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Giessen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Giessen?
When taking the train from Essen to Giessen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Giessen was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Giessen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £71 to £113 for a train ticket from Essen to Giessen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £71, which is on 2025-11-21.
