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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Gießen is to bus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Gießen is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Gießen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Gießen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Gießen?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Gießen Bahnhof via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Prague to Gießen?

The distance between Prague and Gießen is 497 km. The road distance is 496.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Gießen without a car is to train via Dresden which takes 8h 51m and costs €110 - €500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Prague to Gießen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Gießen bus from?

Prague to Gießen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Gießen train from?

Prague to Gießen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Gießen?

The best way to get from Prague to Gießen is to train via Dresden which takes 8h 51m and costs €110 - €500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Prague to Gießen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prague to Gießen train arrive?

Prague to Gießen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden-Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Prague to Gießen?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Gießen is 497 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Prague to Gießen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Prague to Gießen?

Book your Prague to Gießen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gießen?

There are 447+ hotels available in Gießen.

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There are 6 ways to get from Prague to Gießen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague, train
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane PRG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhoftrain
5h 8m
€71–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Gießenbus 020
8h 55m
€50–85
Train via Dresden
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden-Neustadttrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 51
3. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Gießen Bahnhoftrain 26 / ...
8h 51m
€116–493
Drive 496.8 km
1. Drive from Prague to Gießencar 496.8 km
4h 56m
€77–110
Train to Dresden Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhoftrain
6h 34m
€179–433
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavní nádraží to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Drf
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Gießen Bahnhoftrain 26 / ...
10h 39m

Prague to Gießen by train

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Distance: 497.4 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Gießen, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Gießen Bahnhof via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 8h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Gießen once daily. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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