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The train between Leipzig and Essen Hbf takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Essen Hbf. 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 twice daily between Leipzig and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 12:53 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 5:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.
Leipzig to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Essen Hbf is 371.8 km. The road distance is 416 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €75–150 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a week.
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