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from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main

You can get from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

To get from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main on Oct 29 we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

08:22AMGiessen0h48 09:10AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
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$221One-way
Cheapest
05:25AMGießen, Mathematikum1h30 06:55AMFrankfurt, Flughafen Terminal 2
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$61One-way
Other options
06:22AMGiessen0h47 07:09AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
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$221One-way

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Travel Information to Frankfurt am Main from Gießen

distanceDistance32 miles (52 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus or train
priceTicket price range$4 - $22
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $4 (€3) • 1 h 30 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $22 (€18) • 47 min
carriersPopular travel companiesBlaBlaCar Bus or Deutsche Bahn

Take a bus or train to travel 32 miles (52 km) from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 47 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $4 (€3). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are BlaBlaCar Bus or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.

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Travel from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main
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FAQs
How do I travel from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

There are 2 ways that you can travel between Gießen and Frankfurt am Main. You can take a bus or train.

What is the cheapest way to get from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to travel from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main is by taking a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).

This is compared to other travel options to Frankfurt am Main:

A bus is generally $18 (€15) less than a train for the same journey. Taking a train costs on average $22 (€18) from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.

What is the fastest way to travel 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 47 min.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main can usually take longer:

In comparison, traveling by bus can take you on average 1 h 30 min.

How far is it from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance is approximately 32 miles (52 km) from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.

How many services a day are there from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

The average frequency per day from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main is:

  • Around 25 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip between Gießen and Frankfurt am Main as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.

Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main:

  • Most travelers take a bus from Gießen, Mathematikum to Frankfurt am Main, Hbf.
  • Most travelers who purchase a train ticket from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main depart from Gießen to Frankfurt (Main) Flughafen.
Which travel companies can get me from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main:

  • You can travel to Frankfurt am Main from Gießen by bus with BlaBlaCar Bus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $4 (€3) with BlaBlaCar Bus from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.
  • You can take a train from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn. Cheap tickets can be found for $22 (€18) with Deutsche Bahn from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main.
Can I find a direct route from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there are direct services available from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main with the following travel companies:

  • You can take a direct train with Deutsche Bahn with 25 direct trains per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Frankfurt am Main as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Gießen and Frankfurt am Main.

Where should I go next after I travel between Gießen and Frankfurt am Main?
Many of our customers who book a trip from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main often extend their vacation and travel to other popular destinations like Berlin, Paris or Munich. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Gießen and Frankfurt am Main itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Frankfurt am Main and any of these top destinations today!
How early should I purchase Gießen to Frankfurt am Main tickets online to score the best deals?

When planning your trip from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Bus tickets cost on average $4 (€3) one way.
  • Train tickets cost on average $22 (€18) one way.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Gießen to Frankfurt am Main online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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