What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station is to rideshare which costs €16 - €28 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station is to train and fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €110 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Leipzig main bus station?

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 main bus station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

The distance between Essen and Leipzig main bus station is 511 km. The road distance is 418.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €40 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

The train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbf takes 4h 46m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Leipzig main bus station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Leipzig main bus station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

The best way to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €380 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Essen to Leipzig main bus station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Leipzig main bus station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Leipzig main bus station is 418 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Essen to Leipzig main bus station.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Leipzig main bus station?

There are 1438+ hotels available in Leipzig main bus station.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Leipzig main bus station?

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

Essen to Leipzig main bus station - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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
4h 46m
€40–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Leipzig418.2 km
4h 55m
€16–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Leipzig central train station023 / ...
6h 55m
€22–40
Drive 418.3 km
1. Drive from Essen to Leipzig main bus station418.3 km
4h 22m
€60–86
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)DUS - LEJ
4h 47m
€147–375
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf55 / ...
5h 31m
€35–126
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Leipzig Hbf55 / ...
6h 10m
€31–161
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 43m
€81–154
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 Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbf
4h 24m
€89–384
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 17m
€117–281
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 S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbf
4h 48m
€87–357
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)CGN - BER
3. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbf
5h 34m
€86–361

Essen to Leipzig main bus station by train

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Map of how to get from Essen to Leipzig main bus station.

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Distance: 511.1 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Leipzig main bus station, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €40–110 and the journey takes 4h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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