Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train
| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train
| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train
| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train
| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train
| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 27,457, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Leipzig?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Leipzig by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Leipzig start from CLP 22,758. The average price for this train route is around CLP 122,775. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Essen to Leipzig is 5h 36m, covering a distance of 232 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Essen to Leipzig departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 20:59.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Leipzig?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
