Seated carriage
These tickets are ideal for shorter journeys during the day, featuring comfortable seats in air-conditioned carriages.
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Trains from Wurzburg to Giessen
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- Lowest price from ≈ $26.61 €22.90
- Average duration 2h 19m
- Connections per day 68
- Distance 127 km
- CO₂ per person 2 kg
train from Wurzburg to Giessen
The journey from Wurzburg to Giessen is about 127 km. On average a train trip takes 2h 19m with 68 connections per day.
| Lowest price | ≈ $26.61 €22.90 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 2h 19m |
| Connections per day | 68 |
| Lowest price | ≈ $26.61 €22.90 |
| Highest price | ≈ $66.48 €57.20 |
| First departure | 05:12 AM |
| Last departure | 11:46 PM |
| Distance | 127 km |
| Departure | Wurzburg |
| Arrival | Giessen |
| Travel operator | HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Nightjet HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Nightjet, Intercity-Express, Intercity, Regionalbahn, Regional-Express |
Carriers on this route
Learn more about carriers on this route.
The ÖBB Nightjet, operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB), offers overnight train travel between major European cities, providing a convenient and comfortable way to journey through the night. The Nightjet trains are equipped with sleeping cabins, couchettes, and seats, offering passengers a comfortable and convenient way to travel long distances while they sleep. The service runs throughout Austria and extends to neighboring countries such as Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and the Czech Rederived.
Ticket types and services from Wurzburg to Giessen
Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Wurzburg to Giessen.
Couchette
These tickets provide a more affordable option for overnight travel, with bunk beds in shared compartments that can accommodate up to 6 passengers.
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Sleeper cabin
These are the most comfortable Nightjet tickets, featuring single, double, or triple compartments with beds, blankets, and pillows for a good night's sleep.
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Facility description
Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
Wifi service is currently unavailable on Nighthet.
Quiet zone
Private compartments are available on ÖBB Nightjets. In couchette cars, 1-6 persons (1-3 adults; max. 5 children up to the age of 14) can travel at a low fixed rate. Moreover, for everyone's comfort, there's a quiet time enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Main lights in sleeper and couchette sections should be off during this period.
Power sockets
Apart from standard outlets, the new Nightjet offers USB charging and inductive charging stations.
Luggage
When travelling on an ÖBB Nightjet train, you're allowed to check only one suitcase and one piece of hand luggage. Ensure your luggage is stored in a manner that doesn't inconvenience or obstruct others. Remember the guidelines for luggage storage: Easily stowable items should go in the overhead racks, while bulkier luggage should be placed under the seat or in designated luggage racks. Always keep passageways, doors, and escape routes clear for everyone's safety.
Accessibility
Certain routes offer coaches with wheelchair-friendly compartments and nearby restrooms, accommodating a passenger with a wheelchair and a companion.
Food and drink
Day coach travelers can buy snacks and drinks from onboard staff. Couchette ticket holders get mineral water and a Viennese breakfast. Sleeper cabin passengers enjoy a welcome drink, evening snack, mineral water, and a customized breakfast. Specific dietary requests for Nightjet meals should be emailed at least 72 hours before departure.
Air conditioning
Every compartment in sleeper, couchette, and seating carriages has individual air conditioning controls.
Bicycle
On Nightjets connecting Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, bikes are welcome with a specific ticket and reservation. ÖBB Nightjet also allows items like pushchairs and musical instruments. Use the ÖBB service to transport bikes within Austria. Folding bikes are free if they're within 110 cm x 80 cm x 40 cm. Ensure e-bike batteries are charged, and note bikes can't be on buses during rail interruptions.
CO₂ emissions by mode
train 8.89kg
bus 9.53kg
flight 25.4kg
carpool 20.32kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Wurzburg to Giessen?
The train journey between Wurzburg and Giessen emits 8.89kg of CO₂.
How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Wurzburg and Giessen?
Taking the train between Wurzburg and Giessen saves 16.51kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.64kg compared to the bus and 11.43kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from Wurzburg to Giessen costs ≈ $50.43 (€43.39). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ $26.61 (€22.90).
The cheapest ticket from Wurzburg to Giessen costs ≈ $26.61 (€22.90). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Wurzburg and Giessen are 127 km apart.
The journey from Wurzburg to Giessen takes about 2h 19m on average. The fastest option takes 1h 49m.
This route is served by 6 operators: HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Nightjet, Intercity-Express, Intercity, Regionalbahn and Regional-Express.
There are about 68 connections per day from Wurzburg to Giessen.
The first train from Wurzburg to Giessen leaves at 05:12 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from Wurzburg to Giessen leaves at 11:46 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ $26.61 (€22.90) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Wurzburg to Giessen.
The shortest train journey between Wurzburg and Giessen takes 1h 49m.
Yes, there is a direct train between Wurzburg and Giessen.
The train journey from Wurzburg to Giessen generates 2 kg of CO₂.