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Trip Summary
You can pick from 31 daily train trips between Strasbourg and Giessen. The average train journey from Strasbourg to Giessen takes 4 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 145 mi (233 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | £27.31 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Strasbourg to Giessen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Strasbourg to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 23 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 3h 17m | £44.04 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 3h 23m | £54.57 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 23 | 3h 45m | £59.48 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Strasbourg to Giessen start from £27, and on average cost . Daily there are 23 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Strasbourg leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Giessen trains arrive at Gießen and 3 other train stations.
From Strasbourg to Giessen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 45 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 3 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Strasbourg to Giessen are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Strasbourg at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 31 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 Strasbourg.
City Information
Strasbourg
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Located close to the border with Germany, Strasbourg is a city with a rich cultural history and amazing local landmarks. Do not make an itinerary through France without including Strasbourg! The city is the seat of many international organizations, and it features a unique Franco-German culture that distinguishes it from other French cities. The most popular local attraction is the Cathédrale Notre Dame, a sandstone Gothic cathedral that is remarkably well-preserved. The cathedral also houses an enormous astronomical clock that has been around since the 17th-century. You can also check out the Petite France district as you stroll around the city. The area is known for its quaint streets and timbered homes along a picturesque canal. If you're travelling with little ones, they'll enjoy the small, free zoo at Parc de l'Orangerie.
Strasbourg's unique geographical location features a vibrant food scene with distinctive cuisines. The Alsace region's top specialties include sauerkraut, flammeküche or flams, and baeckeoffe, a beef and pork stew. For a taste of these local dishes, check out the Skaechele, Zehnerglock, and Restaurant Les Chauvins Père & Fils.
Strasbourg is well-connected to French and German rail networks on SNCF and Deutsche Bahn trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus coaches depart from Strasbourg, and it is also easy to go just across the border into Germany to take a coach departing from Kehl.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Strasbourg?
Main departure station: Gare Centrale Strasbourg
There are two stations in Strasbourg where you can board the train to Giessen.
All train stations in Strasbourg:
Gare Centrale Strasbourg
Krimmeri-Meinau
Where is the train station in Giessen?
Main arrival station: Watzenborn-Steinberg
There are more train stations and stops in Giessen than most cities. Most trains from Strasbourg will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Giessen:
Train stations in Giessen:
Watzenborn-Steinberg
Gießen Licher Str
Gießen Erdkauter Weg
Gießen
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