What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Giessen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Giessen from Cologne?
You can get to Giessen with just $29 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 17m07:09 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station11:26 PMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 7:09:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/28/2026 11:26:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 48m09:09 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station5:57 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 9:09:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 30m011:27 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station5:57 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 11:27:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m05:30 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 5:30:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/28/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m04:30 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station7:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/28/2026 7:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m05:30 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 5:30:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 42m03:20 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 3:20:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m02:38 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station6:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 2:38:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 6:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m03:38 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station7:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 3:38:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 7:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m07:48 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station10:34 PMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 7:48:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 10:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn4h 6m03:56 AMCologneCentral Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 3:56:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 12m03:50 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 3:50:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 12m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 24m012:02 AMCologneCentral Station2:26 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 12:02:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 2:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 41m03:21 AMCologneCentral Station6:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 3:21:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 6:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 37m05:25 AMCologneCentral Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 17m03:45 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station6:02 PMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 3:45:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 6:02:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 8m08:58 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:06 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 8:58:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 11:06:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m03:32 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 3:32:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 51m05:35 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station9:26 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 5:35:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 9:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 14m06:45 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 6:45:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 8:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 14m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Giessen?
You can get to Giessen from Cologne in just 2h 8m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m05:30 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 5:30:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/28/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m04:30 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station7:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 4:30:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/28/2026 7:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 17m07:09 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station11:26 PMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 7:09:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/28/2026 11:26:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 30m011:27 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station5:57 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 11:27:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 48m09:09 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station5:57 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/28/2026 9:09:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 5:57:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 48m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m05:30 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 5:30:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m07:48 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station10:34 PMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 7:48:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 10:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m02:38 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station6:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 2:38:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 6:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m03:38 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station7:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 3:38:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 7:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 42m03:20 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 4/29/2026 3:20:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 4/29/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 24m012:02 AMCologneCentral Station2:26 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 12:02:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 2:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 37m05:25 AMCologneCentral Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 41m03:21 AMCologneCentral Station6:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 3:21:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 6:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 6m03:56 AMCologneCentral Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 3:56:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 12m03:50 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/1/2026 3:50:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/1/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 12m
Fastest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 8m08:58 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:06 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 8:58:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 11:06:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 14m06:45 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:59 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 6:45:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 8:59:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 14m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 17m03:45 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station6:02 PMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 3:45:00 PM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 6:02:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 51m05:35 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station9:26 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 5:35:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 9:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m03:32 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:02 AMGiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 5/2/2026 3:32:00 AM to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 5/2/2026 8:02:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cologne to Giessen
What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Giessen?
In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Giessen you will be arriving at Mathematikum Bus Stop, Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Giessen from Cologne? With 5 connections between 1 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Giessen, you can pay as low as $29 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Giessen in just 2h 8m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Giessen are Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Giessen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Allendorf an der Lahn, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Giessen?
The most popular companies between Cologne and Giessen, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Giessen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Giessen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Giessen
How can I reach Giessen from Cologne?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Giessen from Cologne.
How far is Giessen from Cologne?
The distance between Cologne and Giessen is 79.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Giessen?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 22 kgs, and a flight 31 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Giessen?
You can get to Giessen with just $29 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Giessen?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Giessen in just 2h 8m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Cologne and to Giessen
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