- Must visit
Muzeum Miasta Łodzi
Major city museum inside Poznański’s palace, presenting Łódź’s history through period interiors, urban stories and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ełk to Łódź is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ełk to Łódź will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ełk for Łódź every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 42 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ełk to Łódź among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 302 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Ełk to Łódź coaches for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 16:23 Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (Train Station) | 5h42 | 22:05 Łódź, Fabryczna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Ełk to Łódź run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 23:33. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 302 km |
Average bus duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 42m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 23:33 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Łódź — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Łódź trip today.
Major city museum inside Poznański’s palace, presenting Łódź’s history through period interiors, urban stories and changing exhibitions.
Important modern and contemporary art museum in the Manufaktura complex, known for avant-garde works and thoughtful rotating exhibitions.
Branch of the art museum in Maurycy Poznański’s palace, where historic interiors frame modern art and changing displays in a central setting.
Łódź’s signature boulevard lined with historic facades, courtyards, murals and monuments; ideal for walking and understanding the city’s character.
Former workers’ housing estate with red-brick homes and intimate streets, valued for its preserved industrial-era atmosphere and local feel.
Revitalised former power station and EC1 complex with striking industrial architecture, public spaces and cultural venues near the main station.
A rich Jewish-style chicken soup with matzo balls, long linked to Łódź’s historic Jewish community and local home cooking traditions.
Potato dumplings filled with meat or mushrooms, a classic central Polish comfort dish widely eaten in Łódź homes and milk bars.
Buckwheat groats, cabbage and mushrooms baked in pastry. This old Polish dish is associated with central Poland and traditional festive cooking.
Popular vegetarian restaurant with creative meat-free dishes, cakes and drinks in an informal, contemporary atmosphere.
Well-known casual venue serving traditional Polish dishes and regional classics in a warm, straightforward setting.
Stylish restaurant on Piotrkowska known for modern Polish cooking and a polished but relaxed city-centre atmosphere.
Łódź is budget-friendly versus many European city breaks, with low dining, accommodation and public transport costs for tourists.
Service is not always included. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add about 10% for taxis.
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Łódź, Dworzec Autobusowy Kaliska -> Piotrkowska Centrum, Łódź
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ełk to Łódź by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Łódź, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ełk to Łódź buses use the Elk, Jarosława Dąbrowskiego (stacja kolejowa) to Łódź, Fabryczna station pair. Use this guide to compare Ełk and Łódź bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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