The average train between Munich and Gießen takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Munich 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 3 hours between Munich and Gießen. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Munich is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Gießen at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 17m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Munich 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 Munich to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Munich station and arriving at Gießen station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Munich to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gießen Bahnhof station.
Book your Munich to Gießen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Munich and Gießen is 343.9 km. The road distance is 485 km.
You can take a train from München Hbf to Gießen Bahnhof via Frankfurt in around 5h.