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Trip Summary
49 trains operate daily from Bensheim to Giesen. The train trip from Bensheim to Giesen is usually about 5 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 182 mi (293 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 0m |
| Lowest price | $34.19 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Bensheim to Giesen?
2 train services operate from Bensheim to Giesen. 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 | 4h 29m | $61.28 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 5h 10m | $46.77 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bensheim to Giesen start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Giesen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bensheim leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Giesen trains arrive at Emmerke .
From Bensheim to Giesen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Giesen 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 Giesen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Bensheim and Giesen is approximately 182 miles, or 293 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 45 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 departing from Bensheim to Giesen tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Bensheim at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 49 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 Giesen to Bensheim.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bensheim?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Bensheim where you can board the train to Giesen.
All train stations in Bensheim:
Train Station
Bensheim-Auerbach
Where is the train station in Giesen?
Main arrival station: Emmerke
Giesen has one train station.
All train stations in Giesen:
Emmerke
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