Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Leipzig Central Station | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Hbf | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Hbf | HBF | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Hbf | HBF | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 6 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 Leipzig and Essen?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Essen 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 Leipzig to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Essen start at $51. The average price for this train route is around $133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Essen?
The average train trip from Leipzig to Essen takes 5h 22m and covers 373 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Essen?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Essen departs at 6:49am. The latest train departs at 7:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Essen?
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.
