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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + erixx + DB Regio Südost | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
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| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
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| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Südost | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Leipzig?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Leipzig by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Leipzig start at $34. The average price for this train route is around $185. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Leipzig?
The average train trip from Essen to Leipzig takes 5h 46m and covers 373 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Essen to Leipzig departs at 6:13am. The latest train departs at 8:20pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Leipzig was searched and found on Oct 17, 2026 with a price of $111To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Leipzig, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $111 to $298 for a train ticket from Essen to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2026-10-19.
