What is the travel distance from Essen to Giessen?

The distance between Essen and Giessen is approximately 150 km (93 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Giessen?

Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Gießen (Licher Straße) in Giessen.

Bus Essen to Giessen from $27 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Essen to Giessen on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 50m	12:30pm	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h	1:10pm	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	4h 5m	2:45pm	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	12:20pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 10m	3:30pm	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	3h 50m	12:30pm	Gießen Mathematikum	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Giessen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Giessen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

152 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $28	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$90 - $236	Average Duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $34	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Giessen?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Stops in Giessen

A
Gießen (Licher Straße)
Licher Straße, 35394 Gießen
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B
Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße
Liebigstraße 14, 35390 Gießen (Mathematikum), Hessen
C
Giessen
An der Automeile, 35394 Gießen (Automeile), Hessen
D
Gießen Mathematikum
Liebigstraße 8, 35390 Gießen

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FlixBus

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11454 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $27

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Giessen by bus

What is the travel distance from Essen to Giessen?
The distance between Essen and Giessen is approximately 150 km (93 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Essen to Giessen?
Buses departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit in Essen will take you to Gießen (Licher Straße) in Giessen.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Giessen?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time3h 10m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time3h 24m	Avg Price$211	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time2h 20m	Avg Price$28	Daily Departures4