Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Leipzig central station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Fastest | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | HBF | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:30 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 379, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Essen?
Stops in Leipzig
- ALeipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- BGoethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 11624 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 545
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Essen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Essen start at R 545. The average price for this route is around R 627. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Essen is 6h 6m, covering a distance of 373 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Essen at 09:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Essen?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Essen produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Essen was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 768To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 768 to R 955 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 768, which is on 2025-12-19.
