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8:548h27Giessen17:21Prague£681One-way0 changes
8:228h53Giessen17:15Prague£781One-way0 changes- 10:227h53Giessen18:15Prague£861One-way0 changes
- 7:069h19Giessen16:25Prague£871One-way0 changes
- 7:548h27Giessen16:21Prague£1041One-way0 changes
- 10:227h53Giessen18:15Prague£861One-way0 changes
- 8:548h27Giessen17:21Prague£681One-way0 changes
- 7:548h27Giessen16:21Prague£1041One-way0 changes
- 8:228h53Giessen17:15Prague£781One-way0 changes
- 7:069h19Giessen16:25Prague£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Giessen to Prague
The cheapest option from Giessen to Prague is coach, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Giessen to Prague among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 413 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest option | £167 Average Price |
9h 6m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Giessen to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Giessen to Prague trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:06 Giessen | 9h19 | 16:25 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:54 Giessen | 8h27 | 16:21 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:22 Giessen | 8h53 | 17:15 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:54 Giessen | 8h27 | 17:21 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:22 Giessen | 7h53 | 18:15 Prague | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Giessen to Prague
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Giessen to Prague, including direct trains, taking around 8h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 7h 53m.
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 8h 36m |
Lowest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 7h 53m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, Deutsche Bahn from Giessen to Prague trainsalex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Giessen and Prague from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Giessen to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Giessen to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Giessen and Prague
Most Giessen to Prague trains use the Gießen to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Giessen and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Giessen station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Gießen from Giessen city centre
Gießen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Aydin Grill, Südwinde, Subway, Alt Giessen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen. ATMs are available at Gießen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gießen. Information desks are available at Gießen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gießen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gießen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gießen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Liebig-Hotel, Hotel Flamingo, Hotel Köhler, Hotel Adler.
Getting to Gießen Oswaldsgarten from Giessen city centre
Gießen Oswaldsgarten is 1 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Oswaldsgarten train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Basilico, Aydin Grill, Südwinde
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. ATMs are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. Information desks are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Oswaldsgarten.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Liebig-Hotel, Hotel Flamingo, Hotel Köhler, Hotel Restaurant Gasthausbrauerei Alt Giessen.
Getting to Gießen Erdkauter Weg from Giessen city centre
Gießen Erdkauter Weg is 2 km from Giessen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gießen Erdkauter Weg train station facilities and services
Gießen Erdkauter Weg 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 and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, #imStress, Hacienda, Cafeteria CaRe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg. ATMs are available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg. Information desks are available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gießen Erdkauter Weg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel heyligenstaedt.
Which Prague station do trains from Giessen arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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