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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Leipzig

Average priceUS$29 - US$50Average duration6h 10m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$29 - US$260Average duration5h 30m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average priceUS$34 - US$60Average duration4h 40m
16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Leipzig

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
US$34Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Leipzig: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$122
Average train trip duration5h 30m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure06:12
Distance232 miles
Latest train departure21:09

Essen to Leipzig Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Leipzig

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Leipzig cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Leipzig is US$122. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Leipzig is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Essen to Leipzig?

    A train trip between Essen and Leipzig is around 5h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 231 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Essen and Leipzig?

    The number of trains from Essen to Leipzig can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Leipzig by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Leipzig?

    Trains travelling between Essen and Leipzig leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Leipzig Hbf.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Essen to Leipzig is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Leipzig, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Leipzig, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Essen to Leipzig.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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