What is the best way to travel from Giessen to Cologne?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Giessen?
You can get to Cologne with just $13 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, 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 Bahn3h 55m09:57 PMGiessenCentral Station1:52 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 9:57:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/14/2025 1:52:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m07:16 PMGiessenCentral Station10:23 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 7:16:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/13/2025 10:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m05:16 PMGiessenCentral Station8:23 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 5:16:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/13/2025 8:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m07:16 AMGiessenCentral Station10:23 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 7:16:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/13/2025 10:23:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 16m07:16 AMGiessenCentral Station10:32 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 7:16:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 10:32:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 36m07:16 PMGiessenCentral Station9:52 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 7:16:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 9:52:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 36m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 15m012:08 AMGiessenCentral Station6:23 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 12:08:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:23:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 22m04:32 AMGiessenCentral Station6:54 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 4:32:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 22m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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BlaBlaCar1h 50m03:50 PMGiessen5:40 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 3:50:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 56m012:08 AMGiessenCentral Station6:04 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 12:08:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 56m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 11m04:32 AMGiessenCentral Station6:43 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 4:32:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:43:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 23m07:16 PMGiessenCentral Station9:39 PMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 7:16:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:39:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 37m09:54 PMGiessenCentral Station12:31 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 9:54:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/19/2025 12:31:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
Cheapest Trains Thursday
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BlaBlaCar1h 40m03:20 PMGiessen5:00 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 12/19/2025 3:20:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/19/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
Cheapest Carpool Friday
What are the fastest trips from Giessen to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Giessen in just 1h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. 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 Bahn3h 7m07:16 PMGiessenCentral Station10:23 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 7:16:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/13/2025 10:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m05:16 PMGiessenCentral Station8:23 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 5:16:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/13/2025 8:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m07:16 AMGiessenCentral Station10:23 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 7:16:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/13/2025 10:23:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 55m09:57 PMGiessenCentral Station1:52 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/13/2025 9:57:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/14/2025 1:52:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
Fastest Trains Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 22m04:32 AMGiessenCentral Station6:54 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 4:32:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:54:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 22m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 36m07:16 PMGiessenCentral Station9:52 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 7:16:00 PM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 9:52:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 36m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 16m07:16 AMGiessenCentral Station10:32 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 7:16:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 10:32:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 19m09:16 AMGiessenCentral Station12:35 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/15/2025 9:16:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/15/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 19m
Fastest Trains Monday
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BlaBlaCar1h 50m03:50 PMGiessen5:40 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 3:50:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 11m04:32 AMGiessenCentral Station6:43 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 4:32:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:43:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 11m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 23m07:16 PMGiessenCentral Station9:39 PMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 7:16:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:39:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 23m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 37m09:54 PMGiessenCentral Station12:31 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 9:54:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/19/2025 12:31:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 56m012:08 AMGiessenCentral Station6:04 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Giessen (Germany) at 12/18/2025 12:08:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:04:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 56m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
Fastest Trains Thursday
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BlaBlaCar1h 40m03:20 PMGiessen5:00 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Giessen (Germany) at 12/19/2025 3:20:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 12/19/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
Fastest Carpool Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Giessen to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Giessen and Cologne?
In Giessen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Mathematikum Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus 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 Cologne from Giessen? With 4 connections between 2 Train, Carpool and Bus 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 Giessen and Cologne, you can pay as low as $13 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Cologne in just 1h 40m.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 Giessen and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, 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 Giessen and Cologne 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 Allendorf an der Lahn or to Huerth, and look at flights from , and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. 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 Giessen to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Giessen and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. 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 Giessen to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Giessen to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Giessen to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Giessen?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Cologne from Giessen.
How far is Cologne from Giessen?
The distance between Giessen and Cologne is 79.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Giessen and Cologne?
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 Giessen to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just $13 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Giessen to Cologne?
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 Cologne in just 1h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Giessen and to Cologne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Giessen and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Giessen
- Frankfurt am Main Airport to Giessen
- Jena to Giessen
- Kassel to Giessen
- Munich to Giessen
- Trips to Cologne
- Amsterdam to Cologne
- Berlin to Cologne
- Bonn to Cologne
- Brussels to Cologne
- Dortmund to Cologne
- Dresden to Cologne
- Dusseldorf to Cologne
- Hamburg to Cologne
- Hanover to Cologne
- Leipzig to Cologne
- Lübeck to Cologne
- Memmingen Airport to Cologne
- Munich to Cologne
- Poznan to Cologne
- Saarbruecken to Cologne
- Vienna to Cologne
- Warsaw to Cologne
- Wiesbaden to Cologne

