Dortmund to Giessen bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dortmund to Giessen

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

4 h 43 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

133 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dortmund to Giessen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dortmund to Giessen will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Dortmund for Giessen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.

FlixBus
07:452h45
Dortmund
10:30Giessen
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
18:406h40
Dortmund
01:20Giessen
£191One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Dortmund to Giessen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Giessen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 133 km

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Train

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£41

Average Price

3h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

2h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Dortmund to Giessen bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus07:45 Dortmund
2h45
10:30 Giessen0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus11:00 Dortmund
2h30
13:30 Giessen0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Giessen

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Buses from Dortmund to Giessen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
133 km
Average bus duration
2h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
2h 30m
First bus
02:30
Last bus
18:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Dortmund to GiessenYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Giessen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£8
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Dortmund to Giessen coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Dortmund to Giessen with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Dortmund to Giessen.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Dortmund to Giessen can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dortmund to Giessen is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Dortmund to Giessen coach time is 2 h 45 min   covering the 82 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Dortmund to Giessen leaves at 08: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Dortmund to Giessen leaves at 17: 40.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Dortmund to Giessen with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Dortmund to Giessen, you can count on BlaBlaCar or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Giessen. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Dortmund to Giessen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 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.

A trip to Giessen from Dortmund is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Dortmund to Giessen is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Dortmund to Giessen including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Dortmund to Giessen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.
    No, luggage for the coach from Dortmund to Giessen needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Dortmund to Giessen.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Giessen

    Dortmund
    Giessen
    The major coach station for departures in Dortmund is Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf for your trip from Dortmund to Giessen.
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Steinstraße
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria Express (in the station)
    • Bistro Central (0.2 km)
    • Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
    • Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5

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