What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec is to bus which costs 240 zł - 600 zł and takes 13h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs 370 zł - 550 zł.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Zgorzelec?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Zgorzelec. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Zgorzelec?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Zgorzelec. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Zgorzelec via S Spandau Bhf, Cottbus Hbf and Goerlitz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Essen to Zgorzelec?

The distance between Essen and Zgorzelec is 714 km. The road distance is 638.1 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Zgorzelec without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec without a car is to train via Reinickendorf which takes 8h 3m and costs 310 zł - 700 zł.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Zgorzelec?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Essen to Zgorzelec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Zgorzelec bus from?

Essen to Zgorzelec bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Zgorzelec train from?

Essen to Zgorzelec train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Zgorzelec?

The best way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec is to train via Reinickendorf which takes 8h 3m and costs 310 zł - 700 zł. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 240 zł - 600 zł and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Essen to Zgorzelec bus arrive?

Essen to Zgorzelec bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Essen to Zgorzelec train arrive?

Essen to Zgorzelec train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Essen to Zgorzelec?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Zgorzelec is 638 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Essen to Zgorzelec.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Zgorzelec?

Book your Essen to Zgorzelec train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Zgorzelec?

Book your Essen to Zgorzelec bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zgorzelec?

There are 427+ hotels available in Zgorzelec.

Essen to Zgorzelec - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Essen to Zgorzelec by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Reinickendorf
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to S Spandau Bhftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
3. Take the train from Cottbus Hbf to Goerlitztrain Rb
8h 3m
zł 319–655
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus N161 / ...
2. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St.bus N20
13h 1m
zł 243–577
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen to Dresdenbus Kyiv-Genk / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Zgorzelec Bahnhoftrain Re1
10h 52m
Drive 638.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Zgorzeleccar 638.1 km
5h 49m
zł 376–543
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Klotzsche to Zgorzelec Bahnhoftrain
4h 57m
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Zgorzelec Bahnhoftrain Re1
9h 23m
zł 351–680
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Klotzsche to Zgorzelec Bahnhoftrain
6h 6m
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Zgorzelec Bahnhoftrain
7h 12m
zł 541–1,493

Essen to Zgorzelec by train

131Weekly Trains

8h 3mAverage Duration

zł 319Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essen to Zgorzelec.

Launch map view

Distance: 713.9 km
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Zgorzelec, Dolnośląskie, Poland?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Zgorzelec via S Spandau Bhf, Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof, Cottbus Hbf, and Goerlitz in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. via Düsseldorf central bus station in around 13h 1m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Poland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.