What is the best way to travel from Giessen to Leipzig?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool for the journey to Leipzig from Giessen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Leipzig from Giessen?
You can get to Leipzig with just $20 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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BlaBlaCar4h 9m05:30 PMGiessen9:40 PMLeipzig0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 5/3/2026 5:30:00 PM to , Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/3/2026 9:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
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BlaBlaCar3h 39m02:00 PMGiessen5:50 PMLeipzig0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 2:00:00 PM to , Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 39m
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FlixBus8h 35m03:25 AMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop12:00 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 3:25:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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FlixBus12h 0m07:50 AMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop7:50 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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FlixBus11h 15m010:30 AMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop9:45 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 10:30:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
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FlixBus9h 15m02:10 PMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop11:25 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 2:10:00 PM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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Cheapest Buses Friday
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Deutsche Bahn6h 40m012:59 AMGiessenCentral Station7:39 AMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 5/9/2026 12:59:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/9/2026 7:39:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 32m011:32 PMGiessenCentral Station5:04 AMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 5/9/2026 11:32:00 PM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/10/2026 5:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 27m04:04 PMGiessenCentral Station8:31 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 5/9/2026 4:04:00 PM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/9/2026 8:31:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 27m
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What are the fastest trips from Giessen to Leipzig?
You can get to Leipzig from Giessen in just 3h 39m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar4h 9m05:30 PMGiessen9:40 PMLeipzig0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 5/3/2026 5:30:00 PM to , Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/3/2026 9:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 9m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
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BlaBlaCar3h 39m02:00 PMGiessen5:50 PMLeipzig0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 2:00:00 PM to , Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 39m
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FlixBus8h 35m03:25 AMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop12:00 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 3:25:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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FlixBus9h 15m02:10 PMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop11:25 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 2:10:00 PM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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FlixBus11h 15m010:30 AMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop9:45 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 10:30:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
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FlixBus12h 0m07:50 AMGiessenMathematikum Bus Stop7:50 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Mathematikum Bus Stop, Giessen (Germany) at 5/8/2026 7:50:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/8/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Fastest Carpool Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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Deutsche Bahn4h 27m04:04 PMGiessenCentral Station8:31 PMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 5/9/2026 4:04:00 PM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/9/2026 8:31:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 27m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 32m011:32 PMGiessenCentral Station5:04 AMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 5/9/2026 11:32:00 PM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/10/2026 5:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 40m012:59 AMGiessenCentral Station7:39 AMLeipzigCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 5/9/2026 12:59:00 AM to Central Station, Leipzig (Germany) arriving at 5/9/2026 7:39:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Giessen to Leipzig
What are the most popular stations in Giessen and Leipzig?
In Giessen, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Mathematikum Bus Stop or Central Station, while in Leipzig you will be arriving at Central Station, Trade Fair Train Station or Miltitzer Allee Train 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 Leipzig from Giessen? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Bus 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 Leipzig, you can pay as low as $20 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Leipzig in just 3h 39m.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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig 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 Markkleeberg, and look at flights from , and landing at Leipzig/Halle 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 Leipzig?
The most popular companies between Giessen and Leipzig, 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 Leipzig
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Giessen to Leipzig. 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 Leipzig
How can I reach Leipzig from Giessen?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Leipzig from Giessen.
How far is Leipzig from Giessen?
The distance between Giessen and Leipzig is 169.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Giessen and Leipzig?
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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 46 kgs, and a flight 67 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Giessen to Leipzig?
You can get to Leipzig with just $20 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Giessen to Leipzig?
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 Leipzig in just 3h 39m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Giessen and to Leipzig
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Giessen and to Leipzig. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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