Next available departures

Next departures for Katowice to Essen on July 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:10pm	Katowice Sądowa	14h 38m	12:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:50am	Katowice Sądowa	13h 58m	8:48pm	HBF	Fastest
	5:15pm	Katowice Sądowa	16h 25m	9:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	1:05pm	Katowice Sądowa	15h 55m	5:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Katowice Sądowa	16h 47m	9:02am	HBF	No tags
	4:15pm	Katowice Sądowa	14h 35m	6:50am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:15pm	Katowice Sądowa	17h 33m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags
	10:10pm	Katowice Sądowa	16h 35m	2:45pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

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Get from Katowice to Essen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2,865, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

16h 25mAverage Duration

528 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Katowice and Essen

Stops in Katowice

A
Katowice Airport KTW
DW913, 42-625 Pyrzowice, Poland
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B
Dworzec autobusowy Sądowa
3 ulica Sadowa, 40-078 Katowice, Poland
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C
Katowice Dworzec Autobusowy
Skargi, 8, Katowice, Poland
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D
Pyrzowice Airport
Matuszek / Airport Bus Service, Unnamed Road, 42-625 Pyrzowice, Poland
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E
Katowice Andrzeja przystanek autobusowy
Andrzeja 12, Katowice, Poland
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F
Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej 4
plac Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej 4-5, 40-061 Katowice, Poland

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,009 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Sindbad

3.6/51,310 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.7

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, KLR Bus, RegioJet, Agat, LIKEBUS

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Katowice to Essen by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Katowice to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Katowice to Essen start from TRY 2,865. The average price for this route is around TRY 4,181. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Katowice to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Katowice to Essen is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 528 miles (852 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Katowice to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Katowice to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Katowice to Essen at 1:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Katowice to Essen?
A bus trip from Katowice to Essen generates an estimated 21.284774999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Katowice to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sindbad, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1308 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Katowice to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Katowice to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Katowice to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sindbad, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/12

TRY 4,345

07/13

TRY 3,723

Today

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07/15

TRY 3,833

07/16

No data

07/17

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07/18

TRY 4,724

07/19

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The cheapest trip from Katowice to Essen was searched and found on Jul 13, 2026 with a price of TRY 3,723

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Katowice to Essen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 3,723 to TRY 5,361 for a bus ticket from Katowice to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 3,833 which is on 2026-07-15.