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Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Łódź to Essen. Traveling by bus from Łódź to Essen usually takes around 17 hours and 24 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 43 minutes.
| Distance | 534 mi (859 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 43m |
| Cheapest price | $56.66 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Łódź to Essen?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Łódź to Essen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 8 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 8 trips from Łódź to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 29 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 Essen departing from Łódź usually takes 16 hours and 11 minutes, and most trips arrive at Train Station in Essen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 24 minutes to cover the 859 kilometers from Łódź to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 43 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 Łódź to Essen 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Łódź to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Łódź?
Main departure station: Łódź Fabryczna Rail Station
Łódź has two bus stations with service to Essen.
All bus stations in Łódź:
Łódź Fabryczna Rail Station
Lodz Fabryczna
Where does the bus arrive in Essen?
Main arrival 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.
Bus stations in Essen:
Train Station
Essen Hbf
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