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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf is to train and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs €90 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Leipzig and Essen Hbf is 511 km. The road distance is 415.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €28 - €100.

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 4h 59m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Essen Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Essen Hbf train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €28 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €170 - €320 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Leipzig to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Leipzig and Essen Hbf?

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Leipzig. It is currently 12:10 AM in Leipzig and 11:10 PM in Essen Hbf.

Where does the Leipzig to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Essen Hbf is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Leipzig to Essen Hbf.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2619+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

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

Leipzig to Essen Hbf - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf 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 Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 51
4h 59m
€28–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Essen central train stationbus 1304 / ...
5h 55m
€20–29
Drive 415.9 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Essen Hbfcar 415.9 km
4h 26m
€58–83
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane LEJ - DUS
4h 47m
€176–318
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 55 / ...
5h 21m
€43–131
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
5h 23m
€45–130
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Essenrideshare 417.6 km
5h 38m
€22
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
4h 18m
€93–384
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
4h 18m
€92–337
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
4h 32m
€112–230
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain
5h 3m
€87–361

Leipzig to Essen Hbf by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 511.3 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €28–100 and the journey takes 4h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Essen central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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