The average train between Gießen and Leipzig takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Gießen to Leipzig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Gießen and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Gießen is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 37m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gießen to Leipzig? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Gießen to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Gießen station and arriving at Leipzig station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Gießen to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.
Gießen to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your Gießen to Leipzig train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Gießen and Leipzig is 272 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Gießen Bahnhof to Leipzig Hbf via Frankfurt in around 4h 51m.