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Today24 Aug
Tomorrow25 Aug
from US$19
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Giessen
    Destination location: Gießen Mathematikum
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Giessen
    Destination location: Gießen Mathematikum
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Giessen
    Destination location: Gießen Mathematikum
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Giessen
    Destination location: Gießen Mathematikum
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Giessen

Bus
Average priceUS$23 - US$29Average duration2h 25m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$33 - US$123Average duration2h 28m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$12 - US$17Average duration1h 50m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Giessen

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 US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Giessen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$24
Average bus trip duration2h 25m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance80 miles
Latest bus departure08:00

Cologne to Giessen Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Giessen from Cologne, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Giessen

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Giessen by coach?

    The journey from Cologne to Giessen by coach covers an approximate distance of 79 miles (126 km).

  2. How can I get from Cologne to Giessen without driving?

    You can reach Giessen from Cologne by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$19
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US$16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Giessen was searched and found on 25 Aug 2025 with a price of US$16

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 US$16 to US$26 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 US$16, which is on 2025-08-25.

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.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

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Train from Cologne to Giessen

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