How much is the bus ticket from Warsaw to Essen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Warsaw to Essen start from $69. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Warsaw to Essen?

The average bus trip duration from Warsaw to Essen is 18h 32m, covering a distance of 596 miles (961 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 25m and is operated by BUSSONE .

Which bus companies service the Warsaw to Essen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Sindbad , Ecolines , BUSSONE , KLR Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Warsaw to Essen?

The earliest bus departs from Warsaw to Essen at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Warsaw to Essen?

A bus trip from Warsaw to Essen generates an estimated 24 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 Warsaw to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Warsaw to Essen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Warsaw to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Warsaw to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Warsaw to Essen from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Warsaw to Essen on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55pm	Zachodnia	17h 25m	5:20pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Cheapest
	7:10pm	Zachodnia	15h 35m	10:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	Fastest
	4:00pm	Dworzec Autobusowy, Zachodni, Al. Jerozolimskie 144	17h 40m	9:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	5:40pm	Warsaw Chopin Airport	17h 5m	10:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Warsaw Chopin Airport	20h 28m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags

Next departures for Warsaw to Essen on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:10pm	Zachodnia	15h 35m	10:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	CheapestFastest
	4:00pm	Dworzec Autobusowy, Zachodni, Al. Jerozolimskie 144	17h 40m	9:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	10:10am	Warsaw Chopin Airport	18h 50m	5:00am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:35am	Warsaw Chopin Airport	20h 13m	8:48pm	HBF	No tags
	4:00pm	Zachodnia	17h 40m	9:40am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:53 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Warsaw to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

10h 10mAverage Duration

598 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $173	Average Duration18h 32m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$45 - $89	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Warsaw and Essen?

Stops in Warsaw

A
Zachodnia
Aleje Jerozolimskie 144, Warszawa, Poland
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B
Warsaw Chopin Airport
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C
Warszawa Zachodnia
Tunelowa 6, 01-221 Warszawa, Poland
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D
Centralna
Aleje Jerozolimskie 54, Warszawa, Poland
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E
Wschodnia
Lubelska 22, 03-802 Warszawa, Poland
F
Centalny
aleja Jana Pawła II 20, Warszawa, Poland
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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
E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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

3.5/51,214 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.5

Ecolines

4/5150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.4

BUSSONE

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.6

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Warsaw to Essen start from $69. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Warsaw to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Warsaw to Essen is 18h 32m, covering a distance of 596 miles (961 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 25m and is operated by BUSSONE.
Which bus companies service the Warsaw to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, BUSSONE, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Warsaw to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Warsaw to Essen at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Warsaw to Essen?
A bus trip from Warsaw to Essen generates an estimated 24 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 Warsaw to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Warsaw to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Warsaw to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Warsaw to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

11/27

$69

11/28

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Today

$71

11/30

$77

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The cheapest trip from Warsaw to Essen was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $135 for a bus ticket from Warsaw to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-11-30.