How to travel from Giessen to Cologne

There are 2 options to travel between Giessen and Cologne including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Giessen to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $18.

This is compared to other travel options from Giessen to Cologne:

A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Giessen to Cologne costing on average $50.

The fastest way to travel from Giessen to Cologne is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 42m.

The distance from Giessen to Cologne is approximately 78 miles (126 km).

The average frequency per day from Giessen to Cologne is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Giessen and Cologne as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Giessen to Cologne:

• Trains mostly depart from Giessen station and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) and arrive in Leverkusen, Bf Mitte.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Giessen to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Cologne by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Giessen to Cologne:

• 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Giessen to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.