The cheapest and fastest buses from Gdańsk to Ełk
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gdańsk to Ełk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Ełk will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 buses that leave Gdańsk for Ełk on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 13 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gdańsk to Ełk
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Ełk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 249 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gdańsk to Ełk bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Ełk buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 AM Gdańsk | 9h42 | 5:32 PM Ełk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Gdańsk | 12h32 | 7:12 AM Ełk | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Gdańsk | 11h57 | 7:12 AM Ełk | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gdańsk to Ełk
Buses from Gdańsk to Ełk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €16 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 249 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 249 km |
Average bus duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 01:35 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Gdańsk to EłkYou can travel by bus between Gdańsk to Ełk with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Gdańsk to Ełk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gdańsk to Ełk by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ełk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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