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The cheapest and fastest trains from Melsungen to Giessen
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
88 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Melsungen to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Melsungen to Giessen you need to make at least one change.
05:432h09
Melsungen Bahnhof07:52Giessen
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07:522h00
Melsungen Bahnhof09:52Giessen
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09:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof11:52Giessen
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11:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof13:52Giessen
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13:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof15:52Giessen
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09:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof11:52Giessen
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11:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof13:52Giessen
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13:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof15:52Giessen
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15:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof17:52Giessen
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17:531h59
Melsungen Bahnhof19:52Giessen
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Melsungen to Giessen train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 09:51
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:53 Melsungen Bahnhof | 1h59 | 11:52 Giessen | 1 change | |
| 11:53 Melsungen Bahnhof | 1h59 | 13:52 Giessen | 1 change | |
| 13:53 Melsungen Bahnhof | 1h59 | 15:52 Giessen | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 05:43 Melsungen Bahnhof | 2h09 | 07:52 Giessen | 1 change | |
| 07:52 Melsungen Bahnhof | 2h00 | 09:52 Giessen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Melsungen to Giessen
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Take a train from Melsungen to Giessen and enjoy the approximately 88 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 11:34 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, KVG Kassel, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH from Melsungen to Giessen trainsDeutsche Bahn, KVG Kassel, cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH trains will get you between Melsungen and Giessen. 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
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£30
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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
KVG Kassel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
KVG Kassel frequency
2 a day
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Melsungen to Giessen train
FAQs: Travel by train from Melsungen to Giessen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Melsungen to Giessen.
To get from Melsungen to Giessen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Melsungen to Giessen is 88 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.
The train journey from Melsungen to Giessen covers a distance of 88 km and takes approximately 1h 59m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Melsungen to Giessen leaves at 8:04.
The last train from Melsungen to Giessen departs at 11:34.
Trains from Melsungen to Giessen run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Melsungen to Giessen.
There is no night train service from Melsungen to Giessen.
Booking trains from Melsungen to Giessen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train station in Melsungen that goes to Giessen is Melsungen, and it arrives at Giessen station.
Yes, you can take the train from Melsungen to Giessen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Melsungen and Giessen
Melsungen
Giessen
The major train station for departures in Melsungen is Melsungen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Melsungen for your trip from Melsungen to Giessen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Dining
- Bäckerei Apel
- Hubertusklause
- Zur Traube
- Schlossgrill
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 Melsungen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost 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
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