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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Metzingen to Giessen. The train trip from Metzingen to Giessen is usually about 3 hours and 41 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Distance | 144 mi (231 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 25m |
Lowest price | €24.20 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Metzingen to Giessen?
2 train services operate from Metzingen to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 3h 33m | €54.37 |
Deutsche Bahn | 2 | 3h 44m | €48.67 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Metzingen and Giessen is approximately 144 miles, or 231 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 25 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Metzingen to Giessen on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Metzingen at 3:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Metzingen twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Giessen to Metzingen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Metzingen?
Main departure station: Metzingen(Württ)
There is one train station in Metzingen.
All train stations in Metzingen:
Metzingen(Württ)
Where is the train station in Giessen?
Main arrival station: Watzenborn-Steinberg
Giessen has one train station.
All train stations in Giessen:
Watzenborn-Steinberg
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