What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €16 - €28 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Leipzig is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Essen to Leipzig?

The distance between Essen and Leipzig is 518 km. The road distance is 417.4 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs €35 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Leipzig?

The train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbf takes 5h 35m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Essen to Leipzig bus from?

Essen to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Leipzig train from?

Essen to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Essen to Leipzig is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €350 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Essen to Leipzig bus arrive?

Essen to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Essen to Leipzig train arrive?

Essen to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Leipzig is 417 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Essen to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Leipzig?

Book your Essen to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Leipzig?

Book your Essen to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Leipzig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Leipzig - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Essen to Leipzig by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbf51
5h 35m
€35–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Leipzig418.2 km
4h 44m
€16–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Leipzig central train station023 / ...
6h 55m
€22–35
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)DUS - LEJ
4h 51m
€137–345
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf56 / ...
5h 39m
€33–130
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to KamenRe
2. Take the train from Kamen to Kassel-WilhelmshoeheRe
3. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Halle(Saale)HbfRe
7h 40m
€81–154
Drive 417.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Leipzig417.4 km
4h 22m
€60–86
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)DUS - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf
4h 51m
€110–394
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
4h 25m
€117–271
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)DUS - BER
2. Take the train from Berlin Südkreuz to Leipzig Central Station
5h 47m
€83–294

Essen to Leipzig by train

2Weekly Trains

5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 517.5 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €35–110 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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