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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Gießen is to bus which costs €55 - €95 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Gießen is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €130 - €600.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Gießen?

No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Gießen Marktplatz via Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Gießen?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Paris Est and arriving at Gießen Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Paris to Gießen?

The distance between Paris and Gießen is 720 km. The road distance is 584.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Gießen without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €130 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Paris to Gießen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Gießen bus from?

Paris to Gießen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Gießen train from?

Paris to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Paris Est station.

Train or bus from Paris to Gießen?

The best way to get from Paris to Gießen is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €130 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Paris to Gießen bus arrive?

Paris to Gießen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Wetzlar station.

Where does the Paris to Gießen train arrive?

Paris to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paris to Gießen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Gießen is 585 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Paris to Gießen.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to Gießen?

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Where can I stay near Gießen?

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There are 6 ways to get from Paris to Gießen by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Est to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhoftrain Re30
5h 13m
€132–572
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Wetzlarbus N780
10h 49m
€55–95
Drive 584.7 km
1. Drive from Paris to Gießencar 584.7 km
6h 39m
€91–131
Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CDG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhoftrain
5h 32m
€90–286
Train via Paris Gare de Lyon
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Frankfurttrain 82
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhoftrain Re30
5h 38m
€120–521
Fly from Paris Orly Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ORY - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhoftrain
7h 51m
€141–332

Paris to Gießen by train

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 719.5 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Gießen, Germany?

You can take a train from Paris Est to Gießen Bahnhof via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Frankfurt in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Wetzlar once daily. Tickets cost €55–95 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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