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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Giesen

Composite routes from Essen to Giesen

Cheapest
2 h 30 min
Car
258 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
3h 50m
Twice daily
$21.63–$31.81
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 7
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Flixtrain
Website
NS
Website
1h 3m
Hourly
$25.45–$62.34
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
1h 1m
Twice daily
$39.44–$89.06
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
56 min
Hourly
$34.35–$39.44
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
44 min
Hourly
$15.27–$22.90
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
1h 3m
Every 30 minutes
$19.08–$27.99
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
1h 2m
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Flixtrain
Website
53 min
4 times a day
$7.63–$11.45
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
2h 26m
3 times a day
$11.45–$16.54
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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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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