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

The cheapest way to get from Gliwice to Essen is to train and fly which costs €30 - €180 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gliwice to Essen is to train and fly which takes 6h 33m and costs €30 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Gliwice and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Gliwice and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Gliwice to Essen. However, there are services departing from Gliwice and arriving at Essen Hbf via Rzepin, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, S Spandau Bhf and Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Gliwice to Essen?

The distance between Gliwice and Essen is 916 km. The road distance is 952 km.

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

The best way to get from Gliwice to Essen without a car is to train via Hanover which takes 11h 40m and costs €110 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Gliwice to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gliwice to Essen bus from?

Gliwice to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe station.

Where do I catch the Gliwice to Essen train from?

Gliwice to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Gliwice station.

Train, bus or fly from Gliwice to Essen?

The best way to get from Gliwice to Essen is to train via Hanover which takes 11h 40m and costs €110 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €130 and takes 14h, you could also fly, which costs €85 - €270 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Gliwice to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gliwice to Essen train arrive?

Gliwice to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Rzepin station.

Can I drive from Gliwice to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gliwice to Essen is 952 km. It takes approximately 8h 15m to drive from Gliwice to Essen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

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Gliwice to Essen - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Gliwice to Essen by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Katowice International Airport, fly to Dortmund Airport, train
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1. Take the train from Gliwice to Katowicetrain
2. Fly from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane KTW - DTM
3. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain
6h 33m
€34–179
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Gliwice to Rzepintrain 96 / ...
2. Take the train from Rzepin to S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhftrain 95
3. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
4. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
11h 40m
€110–625
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe to Essen central train stationbus N1361
14h
€75–130
Drive 952 km
1. Drive from Gliwice to Essencar 952 km
8h 15m
€137–198
Fly Katowice International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane KTW - DUS
7h 34m
€86–263
Train to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Gliwice to Krakow Glownytrain
2. Fly from John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane KRK - DUS
6h 43m
€99–320
Fly Katowice International Airport to Eindhoven Airport, train
1. Fly from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)plane KTW - EIN
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Venlotrain
3. Take the train from Viersen Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain
8h 31m
€65–336
Train to John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Gliwice to Krakow Glownytrain
2. Fly from John Paul Ii International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane KRK - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
8h 5m
€136–442
Train
1. Take the train from Gliwice to Berlin-Lichtenbergtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
11h 40m
€112–628

Gliwice to Essen by train

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Distance: 916.2 km
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a train from Gliwice to Essen Hbf via Rzepin, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, S Spandau Bhf, and Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 11h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gliwice, Centrum Przesiadkowe to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €75–130 and the journey takes 14h.

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