Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Leipzig central station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | HBF | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | 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 398, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Leipzig?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, 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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Leipzig start from R 421. The average price for this train route is around R 1 250. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 11m, covering a distance of 373 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Essen to Leipzig departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 20:00.
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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 28 Feb 2026 with a price of R 543To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Leipzig as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 543 to R 4 725 for a train ticket from Essen to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 543, which is on 2026-02-28.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
