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Liebig-Museum
Key Giessen museum on chemistry and everyday life, centred on Justus Liebig’s work and preserved historic laboratory spaces.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 126 km
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£44 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Giessen trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:22 Cologne | 2h25 | 8:47 Giessen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:22 Cologne | 2h25 | 9:47 Giessen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:29 Cologne | 2h30 | 9:59 Giessen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cologne to Giessen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Giessen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Giessen trip today.
Key Giessen museum on chemistry and everyday life, centred on Justus Liebig’s work and preserved historic laboratory spaces.
Compact mathematics museum with hands-on exhibits and puzzles, popular with families and anyone curious about numbers and logic.
Municipal art museum showing paintings, prints and changing exhibitions in a central location suited to a short cultural stop.
Popular city park with lawns, paths and seasonal flower displays, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
Botanical garden founded for university teaching, with labelled plants, glasshouses and peaceful paths in a historic setting.
Large central square framed by public buildings and fountains, a practical starting point for exploring Giessen on foot.
A hearty Hessian potato soup, often enriched with vegetables and sausage. It is a traditional comfort dish commonly eaten across central Hesse.
Green sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is a classic Hessian staple strongly associated with the region.
Slow-cooked sour marinated beef, typically served with gravy and sides. This festive dish is traditional in Hesse and nearby central German regions.
Established restaurant for refined regional and seasonal cooking with a calm, polished atmosphere suited to a longer meal.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving German classics and house-brewed beer in a lively, rustic setting near the centre.
Casual local venue known for Hessian and German dishes, generous portions, and a friendly tavern-style atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than in Frankfurt, while local buses and everyday meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Gießen Hauptbahnhof -> Marktplatz, Gießen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Giessen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Giessen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Giessen trains use the Köln Hbf to Gießen station pair, with some services arriving at Gießen Licher Str. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Giessen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Gießen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Aydin Grill, Südwinde, Subway, Alt Giessen
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen. ATMs are available at Gießen.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen. Information desks are available at Gießen.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen.
Nearby hotels include Liebig-Hotel, Hotel Flamingo, Hotel Köhler, Hotel Adler.
Gießen Licher Str is 3 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Licher Str has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizza-Mouse, La Perla am Schwanenteich, Uni Döner Eck, Cafe JuWi
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Licher Str. ATMs are available at Gießen Licher Str.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Licher Str. Information desks are available at Gießen Licher Str.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Licher Str. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen Licher Str: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen Licher Str: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Licher Str.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Sletz.
Gießen Oswaldsgarten is 1 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Oswaldsgarten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Basilico, Aydin Grill, Südwinde
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. ATMs are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. Information desks are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Nearby hotels include Liebig-Hotel, Hotel Flamingo, Hotel Köhler, Hotel Restaurant Gasthausbrauerei Alt Giessen.
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