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Trip Summary
50 trains operate daily from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen. The train trip from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen is usually about 6 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 0m |
| Lowest price | £41.53 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen?
2 train services operate from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 46 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 46 | 5h 39m | £57.08 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 4h 18m | £66.50 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen start from £67, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Schwäbisch Gmünd leaves from Train Station . And in Giessen trains arrive at Gießen and 3 other train stations.
From Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 18 minutes. If you are looking to get to Giessen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Giessen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Giessen is approximately 133 miles, or 214 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 8 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Giessen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Schwäbisch Gmünd at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 50 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Giessen to Schwäbisch Gmünd.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Schwäbisch Gmünd?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Schwäbisch Gmünd.
All train stations in Schwäbisch Gmünd:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Giessen?
Main arrival station: Gießen Oswaldsgarten
There are more train stations and stops in Giessen than most cities. Most trains from Schwäbisch Gmünd will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Giessen:
Train stations in Giessen:
Gießen Oswaldsgarten
Gießen
Gießen Licher Str
Gießen Erdkauter Weg
Watzenborn-Steinberg
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