Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Leipzig to Essen on 7 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:45	Leipzig Hbf	5h 27m	00:12	Essen Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	18:45	Leipzig Hbf	5h 27m	00:12	Essen Central Train Station
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	20:45	Leipzig Hbf	5h 24m	02:09	Essen Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	22:18	Leipzig Hbf	7h 37m	05:55	Essen Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	22:18	Leipzig Hbf	7h 37m	05:55	Essen Central Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Leipzig to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

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 MX$560, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 6mAverage duration

373 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMX$560 - MX$1,534	Average duration6h 6m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMX$779 - MX$4,573	Average duration5h 49m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Essen?

Leipzig

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Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Essen

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HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/513 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.9

FlixTrain

3.1/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi1.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Leipzig to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Essen start from MX$779. The average price for this train route is around MX$2,300. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Essen?
The average train journey time from Leipzig to Essen is 5h 49m, covering a distance of 373 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 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 Leipzig to Essen?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Essen departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 19:55.
Which 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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Essen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Leipzig to Essen?
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 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.