Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Gießen Mathematikum | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bensberg Busbahnhof | Gießen Mathematikum | Fastest | ||||
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| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Gießen Mathematikum | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + HLB | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte |
| Hbf | Gießen | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + HLB | Hbf | Gießen | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Mitte | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Gießen | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Giessen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 233, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Giessen
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Giessen
- A
Gießen (Licher Straße)
Licher Straße, 35394 Gießen - B
Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße
Liebigstraße 14, 35390 Gießen (Mathematikum), Hessen - C
Giessen
An der Automeile, 35394 Gießen (Automeile), Hessen - D
Gießen Mathematikum
Liebigstraße 8, 35390 Gießen
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Based on 16042 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 233
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Giessen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Giessen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Giessen start at R 233. The average price for this route is around R 292. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Giessen?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Giessen is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 124 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Giessen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Giessen?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Giessen at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Giessen?
A bus trip from Cologne to Giessen produces an estimated 3.08425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Giessen was searched and found on 08 Oct 2026 with a price of R 190To 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 R 190 to R 266 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 R 190, which is on 2026-10-08.
