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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gießen to Essen

Composite routes from Gießen to Essen

Cheapest
2 h 1 min
Car
218 km.
from $11

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Gießen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$304.35

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$30.43
Train from Frankfurt to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$52.17–$58.70

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Giessen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gießen to Essen is to rideshare which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gießen to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Gießen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gießen and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Gießen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Gießen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Gießen Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Gießen to Essen?

The distance between Gießen and Essen is 325 km. The road distance is 199.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gießen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Gießen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Essen bus from?

Gießen to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gießen station.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Essen train from?

Gießen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Gießen to Essen?

The best way to get from Gießen to Essen is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 4h.

Where does the Gießen to Essen bus arrive?

Gießen to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

What is the time difference between Gießen and Essen?

It is currently 02:50 at both, Gießen and Essen.

Where does the Gießen to Essen train arrive?

Gießen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Gießen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gießen to Essen is 200 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Gießen to Essen.

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

Book your Gießen to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gießen to Essen?

Book your Gießen to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Gießen to Essen?

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