Find coaches from Cologne to Giessen

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Next departures from Cologne to Giessen on 4 November
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Flixbus
    		Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    		Gießen MathematikumCheapestFastest

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    Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Giessen

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 214, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    7carpool per day
    1h 50mAverage duration
    128 kmDistance
    5kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceR 288 - R 474Average duration2h 25m
    3kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceR 1 031 - R 2 787Average duration2h 23m
    3kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average priceR 214 - R 343Average duration1h 50m
    5kg CO₂e

    Bus Cologne to Giessen: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceR 332
    Average bus trip duration2h 25m
    Number of daily buses2
    Earliest bus departure00:45
    Distance114 km
    Latest bus departure08:00

    Cologne to Giessen Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Giessen

    1. How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Giessen cost?

      The bus ticket price from Cologne to Giessen starts at R 288. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Giessen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

    2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Giessen?

      The average travel time between Cologne and Giessen is around 2h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Giessen?

      The number of buses from Cologne to Giessen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Giessen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Giessen?

      When taking the bus from Cologne to Giessen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

    5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Giessen?

      Buses travelling between Cologne and Giessen leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Gießen (Licher Straße), Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße, Giessen.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
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    03/11
    R 505
    Today
    R 242
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    R 223
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Giessen was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 223

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Giessen as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from R 223 to R 505 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Giessen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 223, which is on 2025-11-06.

    About Bus Travel

    Bus Travel Tips

    Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Giessen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

    Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Giessen, get comfy and count the stars.

    Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Giessen.

    Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Giessen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

    Did you know?

    One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

    It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

    9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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