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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Giessen
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Giessen will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 4 buses that leave Munich for Giessen on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 345 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus2:00 AM5h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)7:45 AMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$361One-way0 transfers- FlixBus8:00 AM6h20Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:20 PMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$371One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:25 PM8h20München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz7:45 AMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$381One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:30 AM7h15München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz7:45 AMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$451One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus2:00 AM5h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)7:45 AMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$361One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM6h20Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:20 PMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$371One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:30 AM7h15München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz7:45 AMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$451One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:25 PM8h20München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz7:45 AMGießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum)$381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Giessen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 214 miles (345 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $103 Average price | $185 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Giessen:
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Giessen costing on average $103 (€85).
A bus is $151 (€123) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Giessen costing on average $185 (€152).
Other travel options to Giessen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
You'll arrive about -1h -33m sooner (5h 25m by bus vs 4h 52m by car) and save roughly $-3.38 (€-2.77) compared to fuel and tolls ($34 (€28) vs $31 (€25)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Munich to Giessen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Live departures
Munich to Giessen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Giessen buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 8h20 | 7:45 AM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 7h15 | 7:45 AM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h45 | 7:45 AM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h20 | 2:20 PM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Giessen
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Buses from Munich to Giessen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (345 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Munich to GiessenYou can travel by bus between Munich to Giessen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Giessen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Giessen by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Giessen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Munich to Giessen
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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