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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen. Traveling by bus from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen usually takes around 16 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Sindbad bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 495 mi (796 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $52.85 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Sindbad |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus 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 Strzelce Opolskie to Essen, and usually makes the trip in about 19 hours and 42 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 Strzelce Opolskie usually takes 15 hours and 10 minutes, and most trips arrive at Train Station in Essen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 495 miles from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 10 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Essen. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Strzelce Opolskie to Essen. 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 Strzelce Opolskie to Essen; ticket prices start at $225.93.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Strzelce Opolskie?
Main departure station: Strzelce Opolskie Wojska Polskiego
Strzelce Opolskie has two bus stations with service to Essen.
All bus stations in Strzelce Opolskie:
Strzelce Opolskie Wojska Polskiego
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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.
All bus stations in Essen:
Train Station
Essen Hbf
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