The cheapest and fastest buses from Szczecin to Essen
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Szczecin to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Szczecin to Essen will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 2 buses that leave Szczecin for Essen on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 556 km distance in an average of 12 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 55 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 13 h 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Szczecin to Essen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Szczecin to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 345 miles (556 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price | €235 Average price |
11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 49m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Szczecin to Essen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Live departures
Szczecin to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Szczecin to Essen buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Szczecin | 11h05 | 4:05 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Szczecin | 15h20 | 10:50 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 PM Szczecin | 12h10 | 9:55 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy | 11h55 | 11:50 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Szczecin to Essen
Buses from Szczecin to Essen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 345 miles (556 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 345 miles (556 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar from Szczecin to EssenYou can travel by bus between Szczecin to Essen with FlixBus, Infobus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar for as low as $42 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Szczecin to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Szczecin 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 Szczecin, Dworzec Autobusowy, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Szczecin to Essen, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- 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.
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