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Journey Information
There are 16 intercity coaches per day from Wrocław to Essen. Traveling by coach from Wrocław to Essen usually takes around 16 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 43 minutes.
| Distance | 434 mi (698 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 43m |
| Cheapest price | €30.50 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Wrocław to Essen?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Wrocław to Essen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 15 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 15 trips from Wrocław to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 16 hours and 53 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 coach 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 Wrocław usually takes 12 hours and 30 minutes, and most trips arrive at Train Station in Essen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 16 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 434 miles from Wrocław to Essen. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Essen, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Wrocław to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 16 scheduled coaches that travel from Wrocław to Essen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wrocław, PL to Essen, DE; ticket prices start at €57.22.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Wrocław?
Main departure station: ul. Joannitów 13
Coaches to Essen leave from 4 stations in Wrocław.
All coach stations in Wrocław:
ul. Joannitów 13
Wrocław Nicolaus Copernicus Airport
ul. Norwida 42
Wroclaw Pl Sucha
Where does the coach 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.
Coach stations in Essen:
Train Station
Essen Hbf
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