What is the cheapest way to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld?

The cheapest way to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld is to drive which costs €27 - €45 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld?

The fastest way to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Gießen and Birkenfeld?

No, there is no direct train from Gießen to Birkenfeld. However, there are services departing from Gießen Bahnhof and arriving at Neubrücke, Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Gießen to Birkenfeld?

The distance between Gießen and Birkenfeld is 218 km. The road distance is 198 km.

How do I travel from Gießen to Birkenfeld without a car?

The best way to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €35 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Birkenfeld train from?

Gießen to Birkenfeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.

Where does the Gießen to Birkenfeld train arrive?

Gießen to Birkenfeld train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Gießen to Birkenfeld?

Yes, the driving distance between Gießen to Birkenfeld is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Gießen to Birkenfeld.

Where can I stay near Birkenfeld?

There are 567+ hotels available in Birkenfeld.

Gießen to Birkenfeld - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Gießen to Birkenfeld by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Re30
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Neubrücke, Bahnhoftrain Re3
4h 24m
€38–91
Drive 198 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gießen to Birkenfeldcar 198 km
2h 7m
€28–41

Gießen to Birkenfeld by train and bus

65Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.8 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Gießen, Germany and Birkenfeld, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany?

You can take a train from Gießen Bahnhof to Birkenfeld, Zimmerbach via Frankfurt, Neubrücke, Bahnhof, and Neubrücke, Bahnhof in around 4h 24m.

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