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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Giessen
Showing times and prices for 19 Jun
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
126 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Giessen will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne to Giessen you need to make at least one change.
10919+
1511314:222h25Cologne Hbf16:47Giessen station£441One-way1 change- 10907+151078:222h25Cologne Hbf10:47Giessen station£441One-way1 change
- 10911+1510910:222h25Cologne Hbf12:47Giessen station£441One-way1 change
- 10915+1511112:222h25Cologne Hbf14:47Giessen station£441One-way1 change
- ICE 27 · 42859:532h49Cologne Hbf12:42Giessen station£461One-way1 change
- ICE 119 · ICE 25 · ICE 16708:582h08Cologne Messe/Deutz11:06Giessen station£731One-way2 changes
- ICE 103 · ICE 25 · ICE 16708:542h12Cologne Hbf11:06Giessen station£731One-way2 changes
- ICE 107 · ICE 29 · ICE 157612:542h12Cologne Hbf15:06Giessen station£931One-way2 changes
- ICE 721 · 1537614:452h12Cologne Messe/Deutz16:57Giessen station£941One-way1 change
- ICE 629 · 1537413:452h13Cologne Messe/Deutz15:58Giessen station£851One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Giessen
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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Live departures
Cologne to Giessen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Giessen trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 11 · S3+24788 | On time 8:19 Cologne Hbf | 2h15 | 10:34 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| 10907+15107 | 8:22 Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 10:47 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1513+15110 | On time 8:29 Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 10:59 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 529+15110 | On time 8:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h14 | 10:59 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| IC 1940 · 4756+24634 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h33 | 12:26 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 25 · ICE 1670 | 8:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h12 | 11:06 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 119 · ICE 25 · ICE 1670 | On time 8:58 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h08 | 11:06 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 121 · S3+24790 | On time 9:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 11:34 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 121 · 4156 | On time 9:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h45 | 12:03 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 621 · 4156 | On time 9:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h18 | 12:03 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 27 · 4285 | 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 12:42 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 13+24792 | On time 10:19 Cologne Hbf | 2h15 | 12:34 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| 10911+15109 | 10:22 Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 12:47 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1515+15012 | On time 10:29 Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 12:59 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 623+15012 | On time 10:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h14 | 12:59 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| IC 2013 · 4490+24638 | 10:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h33 | 14:26 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 105 · ICE 27+24636 | On time 10:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h32 | 13:26 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 625 · 4158 | On time 11:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h18 | 14:03 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 29 · 4287 | 11:53 Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 14:42 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 15 · S3+24796 | On time 12:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 14:34 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| 10915+15111 | 12:22 Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 14:47 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1517+15114 | On time 12:29 Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 14:59 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 627+15114 | On time 12:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h14 | 14:59 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1644 · 4492+24642 | 12:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h33 | 16:26 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 29 · ICE 1576 | On time 12:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h12 | 15:06 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 123 · 15374 | On time 13:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 15:58 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 123 · S3+24798 | On time 13:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 15:34 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 629 · 15374 | On time 13:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h13 | 15:58 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 229 · 4289 | On time 13:53 Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 16:42 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 315+24852 | On time 14:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 16:34 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| 10919+15113 | 14:22 Cologne Hbf | 2h25 | 16:47 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1519 · 15376 | 14:29 Cologne Hbf | 2h28 | 16:57 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 721 · 15376 | 14:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h12 | 16:57 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| IC 1946 · 29693+24646 | On time 14:53 Cologne Hbf | 3h33 | 18:26 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 109 · ICE 229+24644 | On time 14:54 Cologne Hbf | 2h32 | 17:26 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 125+15124 · 24854 | On time 15:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h17 | 17:35 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 125 · 15378 | On time 15:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h40 | 17:58 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 723 · 15378 | On time 15:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h13 | 17:58 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 927 · 4291 | 15:53 Cologne Hbf | 2h49 | 18:42 Giessen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 17 · 15232+24856 | On time 16:18 Cologne Hbf | 2h16 | 18:34 Giessen station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Giessen
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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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
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 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Giessen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Giessen from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
£26
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Hessische Landesbahn
About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
£51
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
9 a day
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£87
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Cologne to Giessen train
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne to Giessen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Cologne to Giessen covers a distance of 126 km and takes approximately 2h 14m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Cologne to Giessen is 126 km.
The first train from Cologne to Giessen leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Cologne to Giessen departs at 23:55.
Trains from Cologne to Giessen run approximately 10 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Giessen.
To get from Cologne to Giessen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne to Giessen.
The train station in Cologne that goes to Giessen is Cologne Hbf, and it arrives at Giessen station.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Giessen is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Cologne to Giessen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cologne to Giessen offers scenic views of the Rhine Valley and its picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills, rivers, and charming German towns, providing a pleasant travel experience.
A day trip from Cologne to Giessen is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 14m. However, there are 10 trains per day covering the distance of 126 km.
For a comprehensive visit to Giessen, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Mathematikum, the Botanical Garden, and the Old Castle.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Giessen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Giessen
Cologne
Giessen
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Giessen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
The major train station for arrivals in Giessen is Gießen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gießen for your journey to Giessen from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Dining
- Aydin Grill
- Südwinde
- Subway
- Alt Giessen
Hotel
- Liebig-Hotel
- Hotel Flamingo
- Hotel Köhler
- Hotel Adler
Gießen Licher Str
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Pizza-Mouse
- La Perla am Schwanenteich
- Uni Döner Eck
- Cafe JuWi
Hotel
- Parkhotel Sletz
Gießen Oswaldsgarten
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- McDonald's
- Basilico
- Aydin Grill
- Südwinde
Hotel
- Liebig-Hotel
- Hotel Flamingo
- Hotel Köhler
- Hotel Restaurant Gasthausbrauerei Alt Giessen
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