The train between Leipzig and Essen takes 4h 50m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Leipzig to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Leipzig and Essen. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Essen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Essen station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Leipzig to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Essen is 371.9 km. The road distance is 511 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €95–230 and the journey takes 4h 50m.