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Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Giessen to Machelen. The train trip from Giessen to Machelen is usually about 10 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 187 mi (301 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 0m |
| Lowest price | $78.34 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Giessen to Machelen?
2 train services operate from Giessen to Machelen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 10h 46m | $117.06 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 5h 35m | $156.79 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Giessen to Machelen start from $157, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Machelen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Giessen leaves from Watzenborn-Steinberg . And in Machelen trains arrive at Diegem .
From Giessen to Machelen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 35 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Machelen on a weekend there is typically one Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Giessen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Giessen and Machelen is approximately 187 miles, or 301 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 35 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 Machelen are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Giessen at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 5 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 Machelen to Giessen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Giessen?
Main departure station: Watzenborn-Steinberg
There is one train station in Giessen.
All train stations in Giessen:
Watzenborn-Steinberg
Where is the train station in Machelen?
Main arrival station: Diegem
Machelen has one train station.
All train stations in Machelen:
Diegem
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