What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Giessen?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Giessen from Cologne?
You can reach Giessen with just £22 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 17m019:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station23:26GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 19:09:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 28/04/2026 23:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 48m021:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station05:57GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 21:09:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 05:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 30m023:27Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station05:57GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 23:27:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 05:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m004:30Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station07:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 04:30:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 28/04/2026 07:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m005:30Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 05:30:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 28/04/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m005:30Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 05:30:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 42m003:20Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 03:20:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m002:38Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station06:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 02:38:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 06:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m003:38Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station07:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 03:38:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 07:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m019:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station22:34GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 19:48:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 22:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn4h 6m003:56CologneCentral Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 03:56:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 12m003:50CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 03:50:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 12m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 24m000:02CologneCentral Station02:26GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 00:02:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 02:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 41m003:21CologneCentral Station06:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 03:21:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 06:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 37m005:25CologneCentral Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 05:25:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 17m015:45CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station18:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 15:45:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 18:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 8m008:58CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:06GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 08:58:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 11:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m003:32CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 03:32:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 51m005:35CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station09:26GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 05:35:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 09:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 14m006:45CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station08:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 06:45:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 08:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 14m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Giessen?
You can get to Giessen from Cologne in just 2h 8m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m005:30Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 05:30:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 28/04/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 29m004:30Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station07:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 04:30:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 28/04/2026 07:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 29m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 17m019:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station23:26GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 19:09:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 28/04/2026 23:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 30m023:27Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station05:57GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 23:27:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 05:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 48m021:09Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station05:57GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 28/04/2026 21:09:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 05:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 48m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 32m005:30Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 05:30:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 46m019:48Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station22:34GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 19:48:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 22:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 46m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m002:38Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station06:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 02:38:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 06:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 21m003:38Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station07:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 03:38:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 07:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 42m003:20Cologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 29/04/2026 03:20:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 29/04/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 24m000:02CologneCentral Station02:26GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 00:02:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 02:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 37m005:25CologneCentral Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 05:25:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 41m003:21CologneCentral Station06:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 03:21:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 06:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 6m003:56CologneCentral Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 03:56:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 6m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 12m003:50CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 01/05/2026 03:50:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 01/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 12m
Fastest Trains Friday
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Deutsche Bahn2h 8m008:58CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:06GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 08:58:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 11:06:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 14m006:45CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station08:59GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 06:45:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 08:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 14m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 17m015:45CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station18:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 15:45:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 18:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 17m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 51m005:35CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station09:26GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 05:35:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 09:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 30m003:32CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station08:02GiessenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) at 02/05/2026 03:32:00 to Central Station, Giessen (Germany) arriving at 02/05/2026 08:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cologne to Giessen
What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Giessen?
In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Giessen you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Mathematikum Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Giessen from Cologne? With 5 connections between 1 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Giessen, you can pay as low as £22 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Giessen in just 2h 8m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Giessen are Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Giessen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Allendorf an der Lahn, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Giessen?
The most popular companies between Cologne and Giessen, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Giessen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Giessen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Giessen
How can I reach Giessen from Cologne?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Giessen from Cologne.
How far is Giessen from Cologne?
The distance between Cologne and Giessen is 127.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Giessen?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 22 kgs, and a flight 31 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Giessen?
You can get to Giessen with just £22 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Giessen?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Giessen in just 2h 8m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Cologne and to Giessen
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne and to Giessen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
