Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Leuven to Essen on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:27	Leuven Main Train Station	3h 49m	11:16	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	08:27	Leuven Main Train Station	3h 23m	11:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:27	Leuven Main Train Station	3h 23m	15:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	14:27	Leuven Main Train Station	3h 13m	17:40	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	18:27	Leuven Main Train Station	3h 13m	21:40	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leuven 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 501, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6h 10mAverage duration

173 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 501 - R 688	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 969 - R 1 437	Average duration3h 23m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 343 - R 343	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e