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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Leipzig central station | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Leipzig central station | Fastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Leipzig central station | No tags |
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Compare 3 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Leipzig?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Leipzig
- ALeipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- BGoethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
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Based on 12256 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 399
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Leipzig by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Leipzig?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Leipzig start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 532. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Leipzig?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Leipzig is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 373 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Leipzig route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Leipzig?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Leipzig at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Leipzig?
A bus trip from Essen to Leipzig produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Leipzig was searched and found on 02 Mar 2026 with a price of R 356To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Leipzig as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 356 to R 552 for a bus ticket from Essen to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 356, which is on 2026-03-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Leipzig?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
