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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Essen to Poznań. Traveling by bus from Essen to Poznań usually takes around 13 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 427 mi (687 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $54.24 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Essen to Poznań?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Essen to Poznań that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Essen to Poznań, and usually makes the trip in about 13 hours and 28 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Sindbad is a Polish bus company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, restrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Poznań departing from Essen usually takes 13 hours and 19 minutes, and most trips arrive at Poznań Most Dworcowy in Poznań.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 687 kilometers from Essen to Poznań. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 55 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Essen to Poznań for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Essen to Poznań, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Essen to Poznań every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Essen to Poznań; ticket prices start at $50.91.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Essen?
Main departure station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof (Freiheit) is Essen's central bus terminal located directly outside the main train station. Buses servicing the terminal include FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus, which travel to Hamburg six times daily and make regular trips to Munich, Mannheim, and Dusseldorf. The terminal stretches along Freiheit, with various seating areas and stops for different bus companies. Although there aren't many amenities on the road near the station besides a large multistory parking garage, the nearby train station and city center have plentiful shops, restaurants, and hotels. The station also has a Starbucks, McDonald's, and a Lidl supermarket. You can also find information and tickets for major bus services in the train station, although it is advisable to book in advance online.
All bus stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where does the bus arrive in Poznań?
Main arrival station: ul. Stanislawa Matyi 2
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Poznań.
Bus stations in Poznań:
ul. Stanislawa Matyi 2
Poznań Most Dworcowy
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