What is the cheapest way to get from Gdańsk to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Gdańsk to Essen is to fly which costs €65 - €250 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gdańsk to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Gdańsk to Essen is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs €110 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Gdańsk and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gdansk, Bus Station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h.

Is there a direct train between Gdańsk and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Gdańsk to Essen. However, there are services departing from Gdansk Glowny and arriving at Essen Hbf via S+U Lichtenberg Bhf and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

How far is it from Gdańsk to Essen?

The distance between Gdańsk and Essen is 909 km. The road distance is 1031.2 km.

How do I travel from Gdańsk to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Gdańsk to Essen without a car is to train which takes 11h 32m and costs €180 - €750.

How long does it take to get from Gdańsk to Essen?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Gdańsk to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gdańsk to Essen bus from?

Gdańsk to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gdansk, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gdańsk to Essen train from?

Gdańsk to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Gdansk Glowny station.

Train, bus or fly from Gdańsk to Essen?

The best way to get from Gdańsk to Essen is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs €110 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €180 - €750 and takes 11h 32m, you could also bus, which costs €100 - €170 and takes 18h.

Where does the Gdańsk to Essen bus arrive?

Gdańsk to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Gdańsk to Essen train arrive?

Gdańsk to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Berlin-Lichtenberg station.

Can I drive from Gdańsk to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gdańsk to Essen is 1031 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Gdańsk to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Gdańsk to Essen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gdańsk to Essen?

Book your Gdańsk to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2790+ hotels available in Essen.

Gdańsk to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GDN - DUS
2h 29m
€110–291
Fly to Dortmund Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane GDN - DTM
3h 30m
€67–247
Train
1. Take the train from Gdansk Glowny to Berlin-Lichtenbergtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
11h 32m
€180–719
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gdansk, Bus Station to Essen central train stationbus N1387
18h
€100–170
Drive 1,031.2 km
1. Drive from Gdańsk to Essencar 1,031.2 km
9h 13m
€147–213
Train via Poznań
1. Take the train from Gdansk Glowny to Poznan Glownytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Poznan Glowny to Berlin Gesundbrunnentrain Eic / ...
3. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
11h 46m
€175–704

Gdańsk to Essen by train

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11h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 908.7 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Gdańsk, Poland and Essen, Germany?

Eurowings, Lufthansa, and four other airlines fly from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gdansk Glowny to Essen Hbf via Berlin-Lichtenberg, S+U Lichtenberg Bhf, and Berlin Hbf in around 11h 32m.

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