How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Giessen cost?

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Giessen starts at R 283. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Giessen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Giessen?

The average travel time between Cologne and Giessen is around 2h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Giessen?

The number of buses from Cologne to Giessen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Giessen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Giessen?

When taking the bus from Cologne to Giessen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Giessen?

Buses travelling between Cologne and Giessen leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Gießen (Licher Straße), Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße, Giessen.

Bus Cologne to Giessen from R 283 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Giessen on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 20m	00:35	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	18:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	6h 25m	00:35	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	10:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	2h 25m	13:10	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	00:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	2h 35m	03:20	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	10:45	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	2h 25m	13:10	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Giessen

We recommend carpooling

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 R 211, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

128 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 283 - R 467	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 016 - R 2 745	Average duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 211 - R 338	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 323 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11323 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 283

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Giessen?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Giessen

A - Gießen (Licher Straße)

B - Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße

C - Giessen

D - Gießen Mathematikum

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Giessen by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Giessen cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Giessen starts at R 283. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Giessen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Giessen?
The average travel time between Cologne and Giessen is around 2h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 126 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Giessen?
The number of buses from Cologne to Giessen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Giessen by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Giessen?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Giessen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Giessen?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Giessen leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Gießen (Licher Straße), Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße, Giessen.