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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Gießen Mathematikum | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Gießen Mathematikum | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:28 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Giessen
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 R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Giessen?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Giessen
- ALicher Straße, 35394 Gießen
- 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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Based on 12052 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 224
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Giessen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Giessen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Giessen start at R 224. The average price for this route is around R 234. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Giessen?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Giessen is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 151 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Giessen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Giessen?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Giessen at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 12:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Giessen?
A bus trip from Essen to Giessen produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Giessen was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 161To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Giessen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 161 to R 171 for a bus ticket from Essen to Giessen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 161, which is on 2026-01-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Giessen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
