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Trip Summary
51 trains operate daily from Giessen to Balingen. The train trip from Giessen to Balingen is usually about 5 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 13 minutes.
Distance | 160 mi (257 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 0m |
Lowest price | €54.65 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Giessen to Balingen?
2 train services operate from Giessen to Balingen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 45 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 45 | 5h 1m | €81.53 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 4h 42m | €88.22 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Giessen to Balingen start from €84, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Balingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Giessen leaves from Gießen Licher Str and one other station. And in Balingen trains arrive at Frommern and one other train station.
From Giessen to Balingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 42 minutes. If you are looking to get to Balingen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Giessen and Balingen is approximately 160 miles, or 257 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 13 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.
Trains from Giessen to Balingen are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Giessen at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 51 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 Balingen to Giessen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Giessen?
Main departure station: Gießen Erdkauter Weg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Giessen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Giessen:
Gießen Erdkauter Weg
Watzenborn-Steinberg
Gießen
Gießen Licher Str
Where is the train station in Balingen?
Main arrival station: Engstlatt
Balingen receives travelers from Giessen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Balingen:
Engstlatt
Frommern
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