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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Leverkusen is to bus which costs €5 - €9 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Leverkusen is to drive which takes 35 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Leverkusen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Leverkusen. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Leverkusen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Leverkusen Mitte. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Essen to Leverkusen?

The distance between Essen and Leverkusen is 69 km. The road distance is 57.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Leverkusen without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs €13 - €19.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Leverkusen Mitte takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Leverkusen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Leverkusen train from?

Essen to Leverkusen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Leverkusen?

The best way to get from Essen to Leverkusen is to train which takes 45 min and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €9 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Essen to Leverkusen bus arrive?

Essen to Leverkusen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Essen to Leverkusen train arrive?

Essen to Leverkusen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leverkusen Mitte station.

Can I drive from Essen to Leverkusen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Leverkusen is 57 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Essen to Leverkusen.

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

Book your Essen to Leverkusen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leverkusen?

There are 1728+ hotels available in Leverkusen.

Essen to Leverkusen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Leverkusen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Leverkusen Mittetrain Re
45 min
€13–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Leverkusenbus N74 / ...
1h 25m
€5–9
Drive 57.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Leverkusencar 57.5 km
35 min
€8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Leverkusentaxi 57.5 km
35 min
€140–170

Essen to Leverkusen by train

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Distance: 69.1 km
Duration: 45 min

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Leverkusen Mitte hourly. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 45 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Leverkusen 4 times a day. Tickets cost €5–9 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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