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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Gießen

Composite routes from Cologne to Gießen

Cheapest
1 h 30 min
Car
158 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 37 min
126 km.
from $77.13
3 h 55 min
126 km.
from $46.59
4 h 21 min
Train, Bus
126 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Gießen
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Verkehrsgesellschaft Lahn-Dill-Weil mbH

Phone:
+49 6441 4071877
Website:
delfi.de
Bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Gießen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.74–$53.26

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$42.39–$46.74
Train from Frankfurt to Gießen
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$30.43
Train from Koeln Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.43–$33.70
Train from Siegen Hbf to Wetzlar
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.09–$29.35

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Frankfurt to Gießen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Train from Koeln Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Gießen
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26
Train from Köln Hbf to Siegen
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
service@trans-regio.de
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Giessen
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.61–$11.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gießen is to rideshare which costs $7.61 - $11.96 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Gießen is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Gießen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Gießen via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Gießen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Gießen Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Gießen?

The distance between Cologne and Gießen is 245 km. The road distance is 159.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Gießen without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $34.78 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Cologne to Gießen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gießen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gießen train from?

Cologne to Gießen train services, operated by NS, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Gießen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Gießen is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $34.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Gießen bus arrive?

Cologne to Gießen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gießen station.

Where does the Cologne to Gießen train arrive?

Cologne to Gießen train services, operated by NS, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Gießen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Gießen is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Cologne to Gießen.

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

Book your Cologne to Gießen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gießen?

There are 340+ hotels available in Gießen. Prices start at $50.90 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Gießen?

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