The average train between Leipzig and Esslingen takes 5h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Esslingen. 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 4 times a day between Leipzig and Esslingen. The earliest departure is at 10:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Esslingen at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 16m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leipzig to Esslingen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Esslingen station via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.
Leipzig to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Leipzig to Esslingen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Arverio Baden-Württemberg.
The distance between Leipzig and Esslingen is 362.6 km. The road distance is 569 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €100–400 and the journey takes 4h 23m.