Train from Leipzig to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Leipzig to Essen on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    Leipzig Central Station
    HBFNo tags
    FlixTrainTrain
      Leipzig Hbf
      HBFNo tags
      FlixTrainTrain
        Leipzig Hbf
        HBFNo tags
        FlixTrainTrain
          Leipzig Hbf
          HBFNo tags
          Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
          Train
          Leipzig Hbf
          Essen Central Train StationNo tags

          Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Essen

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          5carpool per day
          4h 50mAverage duration
          372 kmDistance
          16kgCO₂ emissions
          Average price€23 - €52Average duration6h 6m
          9kg CO₂e
          Average price€45 - €180Average duration5h 22m
          9kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          Average price€26 - €44Average duration4h 50m
          16kg CO₂e

          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.

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

            The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Essen start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €82. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

            The average train journey time from Leipzig to Essen is 5h 22m, covering a distance of 373 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 22m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

          3. Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Essen route?

            Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Essen?

            The earliest train from Leipzig to Essen departs at 06:49. And the latest train departs at 19:55.

          5. 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 7 reviews.

          6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Essen?

            According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

          7. 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 FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

          8. 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.

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