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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Gießen is to rideshare which costs €14 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Gießen is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €29 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Gießen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gießen Bahnhof. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Gießen?

The distance between Stuttgart and Gießen is 244 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Gießen without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €29 - €110.

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

The train from Hauptbahnhof to Gießen Bahnhof takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Gießen train from?

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

Where does the Stuttgart to Gießen train arrive?

Stuttgart to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gießen Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Gießen?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Gießen is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Stuttgart to Gießen.

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

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Where can I stay near Gießen?

There are 420+ hotels available in Gießen.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Gießen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Stuttgart and Gießen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Stuttgart to Gießen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Gießen Bahnhof26 / ...
2h 36m
€29–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Giessen242.6 km
3h 20m
€14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to GießenN3205 / ...
4h 8m
€31–74
Fly, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)STR - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen Bahnhof
4h 8m
€115–180
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt22 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gießen BahnhofRe30
3h 6m
€28–79
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Gießen240.2 km
2h 36m
€34–49

Stuttgart to Gießen by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.6 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Stuttgart, Germany and Gießen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Gießen Bahnhof twice daily. Tickets cost €29–110 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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