Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Katowice Sądowa | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Katowice Sądowa | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Dworzec autobusowy Sądowa | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Katowice | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Katowice Sądowa | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Katowice to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 724, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 090 - R 2 159 | Average duration16h 25m | 21kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 724 - R 1 390 | Average duration9h 50m | 36kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Katowice and Essen?
Stops in Katowice
- A3 ulica Sadowa, 40-078 Katowice, Poland
- BSkargi, 8, Katowice, Poland
- CDW913, 42-625 Pyrzowice, Poland
- DMatuszek / Airport Bus Service, Unnamed Road, 42-625 Pyrzowice, Poland
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Katowice Andrzeja przystanek autobusowy
Andrzeja 12, Katowice, Poland - F
Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej 4
plac Oddziałów Młodzieży Powstańczej 4-5, 40-061 Katowice, Poland
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Katowice to Essen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Katowice to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Katowice to Essen start at R 1 090. The average price for this route is around R 1 424. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Katowice to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Katowice to Essen is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 852 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by LEX CLUB.
Which bus companies service the Katowice to Essen route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Katowice to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Katowice to Essen at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Katowice to Essen?
A bus trip from Katowice to Essen produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Katowice to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sindbad, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1229 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Katowice to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Katowice to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Katowice to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sindbad, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Katowice to Essen was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 359To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Katowice to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 359 to R 2 095 for a bus ticket from Katowice to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 397, which is on 2025-12-27.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
