The average train between Leipzig and Gießen takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Gießen. 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 Leipzig and Gießen. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Gießen at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Gießen? 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 Leipzig to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Gießen station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Leipzig to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gießen Bahnhof station.
Book your Leipzig to Gießen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Leipzig and Gießen is 272 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Gießen Bahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 4h 55m.