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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Essen is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Essen is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Essen?

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

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Essen?

The distance between Leipzig and Essen is 518 km. The road distance is 427 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Essen without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €40 - €200.

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Essen train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Essen?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Essen is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €40 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €370 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Leipzig to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Essen is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Leipzig to Essen.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2784+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Essen?

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

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

How to get fromLeipzig to Essen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 10 ways to get from Leipzig to Essen 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 45m
€40–200
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Essenrideshare 427.8 km
5h 30m
€22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Essen central train stationbus 023 / ...
6h 55m
€35–60
Drive 427 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Essencar 427 km
4h 11m
€63–91
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane LEJ - DUS
5h 8m
€130–364
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 55 / ...
5h 18m
€39–202
Train via Braunschweig
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10
5h 24m
€85–197
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 23m
€103–358
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 56m
€138–279
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 Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain
5h 11m
€94–365

Leipzig to Essen by train

23Weekly Trains

4h 45mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Leipzig to Essen.

Launch map view

Distance: 517.6 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €85–200 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Essen central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.