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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Gdańsk to Essen
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
17 h 35 m
Average duration
19 h 44 m
Buses per day
4
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 $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Gdańsk for Essen on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 843 km distance in an average of 19 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 35 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 23 h 57 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Gdańsk to Essen
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 €45, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 523 miles (843 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €90 Average price |
18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gdańsk to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Essen buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 PM Gdańsk | 23h15 | 4:55 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 12:00 PM Gdańsk | 19h40 | 7:40 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gdańsk to Essen
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Buses from Gdańsk to Essen run on average 15 times per day, taking around 18h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 523 miles (843 km) distance in 17h 11m.
Distance 523 miles (843 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 17h 11m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: Sindbad, Infobus, FlixBus from Gdańsk to EssenYou can travel by bus between Gdańsk to Essen with Sindbad, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as $29 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Gdańsk to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gdańsk to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Gdańsk, Dworzec Główny, which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
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- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require prior arrangement.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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