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Trip Summary
There are usually 30 daily train trips available from Oldenburg to Giessen. Traveling by train from Oldenburg to Giessen usually takes 6 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 43 minutes.
Distance | 178 mi (286 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 43m |
Lowest price | $23.28 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Oldenburg to Giessen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Oldenburg to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 28 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 1 | 5h 43m | $96.33 |
Deutsche Bahn | 28 | 6h 39m | $80.35 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 10h 51m | $67.11 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Oldenburg to Giessen start from $67, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Giessen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Oldenburg leaves from Oldenburg-Wechloy . And in Giessen trains arrive at Gießen Licher Str .
From Oldenburg to Giessen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 51 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 4 hours and 43 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Giessen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Oldenburg and Giessen is approximately 178 miles, or 286 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 43 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Oldenburg to Giessen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Oldenburg at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 30 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 Oldenburg.
City Information
Oldenburg
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Oldenburg is a city in northwest Germany, located close to Bremen and the border with the Netherlands. The most iconic landmark is Schloss Oldenburg, a palace that, until recently, was the administrative center of the city. The castle now features a museum where you can learn all about Oldenburg's history. The Schlossgarten right outside the building is a lovely park for strolling along curved paths between ponds and foliage. Another notable point of interest is the Oldenburg State Theater, the oldest mainstream theater in the city.
Near the city's university, the Pferdemarkt hosts a market with fresh produce, meats, breads, and other delicacies. The city is a popular destination for foodies, and some of the most popular restaurants include Ratskeller Oldenburg and Kleine Burg.
Due to its proximity to several major cities, it is convenient and cheap to travel to Oldenburg via intercity bus. FlixBus offers numerous routes, including from Hamburg and Amsterdam, where international travelers will likely fly into. Riding the rails is also a popular mode of transport in Germany, and Deutsche Bahn trains connect Oldenburg to cities throughout the country and Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Oldenburg?
Main departure station: Oldenburg-Wechloy
There are two stations in Oldenburg where you can board the train to Giessen.
All train stations in Oldenburg:
Oldenburg-Wechloy
Central Bus Station
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 Oldenburg will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Giessen:
All train stations in Giessen:
Watzenborn-Steinberg
Gießen Licher Str
Gießen
Gießen Erdkauter Weg
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