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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Gießen

Composite routes from Essen to Gießen

Cheapest
2 h 2 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 Essen central train station to Gießen
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

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

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$76.09

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.35–$33.70
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

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

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Essen to Giessen
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Gießen is to rideshare which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Gießen is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Gießen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Gießen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Gießen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Gießen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Gießen Bahnhof via Koeln Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Essen to Gießen?

The distance between Essen and Gießen is 208 km. The road distance is 200 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Gießen without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .

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

The bus from Essen central train station to Gießen takes 3h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Gießen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Gießen train from?

Essen to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Gießen?

The best way to get from Essen to Gießen is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $163.04 and takes 3h 57m. There are no good options to fly between Essen to Gießen.

Where does the Essen to Gießen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Gießen train arrive?

Essen to Gießen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Gießen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Gießen is 200 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Essen to Gießen.

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

Book your Essen to Gießen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

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 Essen to Gießen?

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