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Opole - Essen Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 7 intercity buses per day from Opole to Essen. Traveling by bus from Opole to Essen usually takes around 17 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Sindbad bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance476 mi (767 km)
Shortest duration14h 20m
Cheapest price$61.85
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines2

How much is a bus ticket from Opole to Essen?

$91.53 is the average price of a bus ticket from Opole to Essen. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Opole to Essen, mark your calendar for November. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $77. However, taking the bus from Opole to Essen during April is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $113. The best way to find deals on a trip in April is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What bus companies travel from Opole to Essen?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Opole to Essen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus618h 1m$98.12
Sindbad114h 20m$93.42
  • 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 6 trips from Opole to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 1 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 Opole usually takes 14 hours and 20 minutes, and most trips arrive at Train Station in Essen.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are buses that can take you directly from Opole to Essen. At this time, there are a number of bus trips where you can expect to spend part of the journey on a different vehicle, such as a shuttle or a train. Both types of tickets can be found when you search on Wanderu; the type of trip is indicated in the trip details.

The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 767 kilometers from Opole to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours and 20 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 Opole 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Essen, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Opole to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Opole to Essen 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 Opole to Essen; ticket prices start at $66.49.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Opole?

Main departure station: 4 1 Maja Street Bus Stop

Opole has two bus stations with service to Essen.

All bus stations in Opole:

  • 4 1 Maja Street Bus Stop

  • Bus Stop

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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