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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + SÜWEX + HLB | Hbf | Gießen | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + HLB | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Gießen | Fastest | |||||
DB Regio NRW + HLB | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + SÜWEX + HLB | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + HLB | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Gießen | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Rhein-Main | Hbf | Gießen | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + HLB | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Giessen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 1,110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Giessen?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Giessen start at RUB 1,951. The average price for this train route is around RUB 6,660. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Giessen?
The average train trip from Cologne to Giessen takes 2h 27m and covers 126 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Giessen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 25 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Giessen?
The earliest train from Cologne to Giessen departs at 6:22am. The latest train departs at 8:34pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Giessen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Giessen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne 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 Cologne 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Giessen was searched and found on Aug 19, 2026 with a price of RUB 4,082To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Giessen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 4,082 to RUB 14,073 for a train ticket from Cologne to Giessen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 4,082 which is on 2026-08-19.
