How to get from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 32 miles (52 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus or train | |
Ticket price range | $8 - $11 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $8 (€7) • 1 h 20 min | |
Fastest mode | Train • $11 (€10) • 45 min | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn |
Take a bus or train to travel 32 miles (52 km) between Gießen and Frankfurt am Main. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 45 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $8 (€7). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.
You can travel by train or bus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Frankfurt am Main from Gießen. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French travel company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.
There are 2 travel options to Frankfurt am Main from Gießen. You can take a bus or train.
The cheapest way to travel from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main is a bus with an average price of $8 (€7).
This is compared to other travel options from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train with an average ticket price of $11 (€10) from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.
The fastest way to get to Frankfurt am Main from Gießen is by train with an average travel time of 45 min.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Bus takes on average 1 h 20 min.
The distance from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main is approximately 32 miles (52 km).
The average frequency per day from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main:
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Yes, there are direct routes from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Frankfurt am Main tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.
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