The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Giessen on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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Compare bus and train for Frankfurt am Main to Giessen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 52 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Giessen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Giessen buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1h30 | 10:25 AM Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 52 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Frankfurt am Main to GiessenYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Giessen with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Giessen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gießen, Liebigstraße (Mathematikum), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Giessen
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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