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- Departure time: August 27 atDeparture city: GiessenDeparture location: Gießen MathematikumArrival time: August 27 atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: August 27 atDeparture city: GiessenDeparture location: Gießen MathematikumArrival time: August 27 atDestination city: EssenDestination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: August 24 atDeparture city: GiessenDeparture location: GiessenArrival time: August 24 atDestination city: EssenDestination location: EssenOperated by: BlaBlaCar
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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| Average Price$12 - $14 | Average Duration3h 10m | 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average Price$21 - $21 | Average Duration2h 10m | 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Giessen to EssenAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Giessen to Essen Bus
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The cheapest trip from Giessen to Essen was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Giessen to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $8 to $11 for a bus ticket from Giessen to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-08-27.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Giessen and Essen!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Giessen to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Giessen to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Giessen to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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