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

The cheapest way to get from Warsaw to Essen is to bus which costs €80 - €150 and takes 15h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warsaw to Essen is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs €80 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Warsaw and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Warsaw, Bus Station West station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Warsaw and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Warsaw to Essen. However, there are services departing from Warszawa Centralna and arriving at Essen Hbf via Frankfurt(Oder), Berlin Hbf and Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

How far is it from Warsaw to Essen?

The distance between Warsaw and Essen is 1029 km. The road distance is 1061.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Warsaw to Essen without a car is to train via Wolfsburg which takes 10h 39m and costs €140 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Warsaw to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warsaw to Essen bus from?

Warsaw to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Warsaw, Bus Station West.

Where do I catch the Warsaw to Essen train from?

Warsaw to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Warszawa Centralna station.

Train, bus or fly from Warsaw to Essen?

The best way to get from Warsaw to Essen is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs €80 - €310. Alternatively, you can train via Wolfsburg, which costs €140 - €290 and takes 10h 39m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €150 and takes 15h 35m.

Where does the Warsaw to Essen bus arrive?

Warsaw to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Warsaw to Essen train arrive?

Warsaw to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Frankfurt(Oder) station.

Can I drive from Warsaw to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Warsaw to Essen is 1062 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Warsaw to Essen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2560+ hotels available in Essen.

Warsaw to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Warsaw to Essen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane WAW - DUS
4h 43m
€83–301
Fly to Dortmund Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane WAW - DTM
5h 46m
€43–278
Train via Wolfsburg
1. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Frankfurt(Oder)train Eic
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Oder) to Berlin Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
4. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
10h 39m
€142–284
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warsaw, Bus Station West to Essen central train stationbus N1320 / ...
15h 35m
€80–150
Drive 1,061.9 km
1. Drive from Warsaw to Essencar 1,061.9 km
8h 48m
€199–288
Train
1. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Frankfurt(Oder)train Eic
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Oder) to Potsdam Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10
11h 41m
€105–293

Warsaw to Essen by train

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Distance: 1,028.6 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Warsaw, Poland and Essen, Germany?

Eurowings, LOT, and three other airlines fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Warszawa Centralna to Essen Hbf via Frankfurt(Oder), Berlin Hbf, and Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof in around 10h 39m.

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