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 200 zł - 380 zł and takes 12h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Zgorzelec is to fly and train which takes 4h 57m and costs 500 zł - 2 000 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 12h 41m.

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 2m.

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 2m and costs 550 zł - 1 200 zł.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m 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 Düsseldorf central bus 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 2m and costs 550 zł - 1 200 zł. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 200 zł - 380 zł and takes 12h 41m.

Where does the Essen to Zgorzelec bus arrive?

Essen to Zgorzelec bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. 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?

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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?

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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 2m
zł 570–1,113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St.bus N20
12h 41m
zł 208–377
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Cottbusbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the train from Cottbus Hbf to Goerlitztrain Rb
8h 38m
Drive 638.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Zgorzeleccar 638.1 km
5h 49m
zł 392–566
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
zł 500–1,961
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 607–1,571
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 1m
zł 859–2,307
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 526–1,675

Essen to Zgorzelec by train

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8h 2mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Essen to Zgorzelec.

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Distance: 713.9 km
Duration: 8h 2m

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 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Zgorzelec, Armii Krajowej St. once daily. Tickets cost zł 200–360 and the journey takes 11h 1m.

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