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What is the best way to travel from Giessen to Hamburg?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Hamburg from Giessen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 55m
£28
£28
4
Train
3h 49m
£23
£28
46
Car
4h 10m
£32
£32
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Hamburg from Giessen?

You can reach Hamburg with just £23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £32
Wednesday
Thursday
from £23
Friday
from £28

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Giessen
    20:10
    Hamburg
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £32

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 56m
    0
    21:54
    Giessen
    Central Station
    06:50
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 8m
    0
    22:04
    Giessen
    Central Station
    07:12
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 4m
    0
    09:35
    Giessen
    Central Station
    13:39
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 49m
    0
    19:08
    Giessen
    Central Station
    22:57
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    07:50
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    19:20
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    14:10
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    23:05
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    14:25
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    03:15
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    15:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

What are the fastest trips from Giessen to Hamburg?

You can get to Hamburg from Giessen in just 3h 49m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 4h 10m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 3h 49m
Friday
from 8h 55m

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Giessen
    20:10
    Hamburg
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £32

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 49m
    0
    19:08
    Giessen
    Central Station
    22:57
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 4m
    0
    09:35
    Giessen
    Central Station
    13:39
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 56m
    0
    21:54
    Giessen
    Central Station
    06:50
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 8m
    0
    22:04
    Giessen
    Central Station
    07:12
    Hamburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    14:10
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    23:05
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    9h 10m
    0
    14:25
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    23:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    07:50
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    19:20
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    12h 20m
    0
    03:15
    Giessen
    Mathematikum Bus Stop
    15:35
    Hamburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
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What are the most popular stations in Giessen and Hamburg?

In Giessen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Mathematikum Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, while in Hamburg you will be arriving at Dammtor Train Station, Central Station or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Hamburg from Giessen? With 3 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Giessen and Hamburg, you can pay as low as £23 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Hamburg in just 3h 49m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Giessen and Hamburg are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Giessen and Hamburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Allendorf an der Lahn or to Hamburg Airport, and look at flights from , and landing at Hamburg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Giessen to Hamburg?

The most popular companies between Giessen and Hamburg, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Giessen to Hamburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Giessen to Hamburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Giessen to Hamburg

How can I reach Hamburg from Giessen?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Hamburg from Giessen.

How far is Hamburg from Giessen?

The distance between Giessen and Hamburg is 341.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Giessen and Hamburg?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 58 kgs, and a flight 84 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Giessen to Hamburg?

You can get to Hamburg with just £23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Giessen to Hamburg?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Hamburg in just 3h 49m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Giessen and to Hamburg

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Giessen and to Hamburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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