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Leipzig to Essen Hbf

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leipzig central train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$60.76

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$582.26
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$556.94
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$518.97
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$329.10

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$417.71
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$303.79

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$392.39

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$455.68

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.93–$113.92
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Hannover
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$62.02–$69.62
Train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$64.55
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$44.30
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$46.83–$51.90
Train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$75.95
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$37.97

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$34.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

ÖBB Intercity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$62.02

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leipzig to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.82

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs $23.03 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Leipzig and Essen Hbf is 506 km. The road distance is 459.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $81.52 - $97.83 .

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

The train from Leipzig Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 5h 19m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Essen Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Essen Hbf train from?

Leipzig to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $81.52 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $52.17 and takes 5h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $119.57 - $413.04 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Leipzig to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leipzig to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Leipzig to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Essen Hbf is 460 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Leipzig to Essen Hbf.

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

Book your Leipzig to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Essen Hbf. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Essen Hbf?

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