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Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin?
There are usually 2 daily train trips from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$87.44 | Avg. Price$112.48 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration11h 3m | Duration13h 15m |
Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin. Traveling by bus from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin usually takes around 11 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 57 minutes.
| Distance | 341 mi (548 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 57m |
| Cheapest price | $60.87 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 2 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 2 trips from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 4 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 Szczecin departing from Gelsenkirchen usually takes 12 hours and 20 minutes, and most trips arrive at Central Bus Station in Szczecin.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 548 kilometers from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 57 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 Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 6:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Szczecin; ticket prices start at $66.81.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gelsenkirchen?
Main departure station: Bahnhofsvorpl 5
Most buses depart from the main station in Gelsenkirchen.
All bus stations in Gelsenkirchen:
Bahnhofsvorpl 5
Where does the bus arrive in Szczecin?
Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Szczecin.
Bus stations in Szczecin:
Central Bus Station
Warzymice
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