- Must visit
Museum Folkwang
World-class art museum in the Villa Hügel parkland, famous for 19th and 20th century masterpieces and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
CHF59
Average price
CHF69
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
22 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
843 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gdańsk to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Essen will cost around CHF69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF59.
Of the 3 buses that leave Gdańsk for Essen on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 843 km distance in an average of 22 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 8 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF51, and a flight costs an average of CHF27.
Distance: 523 miles (843 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF69 Average price Cheapest | CHF113 Average price | CHF77 Average price | CHF170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 9m Average total duration 18h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gdańsk to Essen:
A bus is CHF8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gdańsk to Essen costing on average CHF77.
A bus is CHF44 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gdańsk to Essen costing on average CHF113.
Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 2m.
Bus takes on average 18h 39m.
Tickets start at around CHF69 compared to roughly CHF170 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF101. The journey takes 18h 39m versus 9h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Sindbad, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 09:01AM | Duration 23h56 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF90 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:48PM | Duration 27h08 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF87 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 12:48PM | Duration 21h58 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:58PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 22h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price CHF59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:48PM | Duration 19h33 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:04PM | Duration 24h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF98 |
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Essen buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:40 PM Gdańsk | 27h08 | 3:48 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Gdańsk | 18h00 | 10:50 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:58 PM Gdańsk | 22h57 | 3:55 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Gdańsk to Essen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 18h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF51 but you can travel from only CHF27 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 523 miles (843 km) distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 523 miles (843 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF51 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Tipping is modest. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is typical.
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