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Bus from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main. Traveling by bus from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main usually takes around one hour and 27 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 15 minutes.
Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 15m |
Cheapest price | $7.27 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2 | 1h 28m | $8.74 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 28 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main
The bus takes an average of one hour and 27 minutes to cover the 53 kilometers from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 15 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Giessen to Frankfurt am Main; ticket prices start at $4.62.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main

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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Giessen?
Main departure station: Mathematikum
Most buses depart from the main station in Giessen.
All bus stations in Giessen:
Mathematikum
Where does the bus arrive in Frankfurt am Main?
Main arrival station: Frankfurt Main Airport P36
All buses from Giessen arrive at one main station in Frankfurt am Main.
Bus stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
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