How to Travel from
Essen to Leipzig
by Plane, Rideshare or Car
Three ways to Travel from Essen to Leipzig
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Cheapest
By car (455 km)
3 h 51 min
455 km.
from $25
Fastest
Plane from Essen (Dusseldorf International Airport) to Leipzig (Dresden International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
3 h 51 min
455 km.
from $17.31
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Essen central train station to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$61.07
Airlines
KLM
Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$1,399.49
Lufthansa
Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$585.24
Plane from Frankfurt to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$330.79
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.52–$559.79
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$521.63
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$547.07
Eurowings
Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.42–$419.85
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.34–$305.34
Austrian Airlines
Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$394.40
Condor Flugdienst
Website:
condor.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$458.01
Train operators
Eurostar
Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$69.97
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$114.50
Train from Essen Hbf to Hannover
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.52–$64.89
Train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$62.34–$69.97
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$89.06–$108.14
Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.80–$66.16
Train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.44–$44.53
Train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$52.16
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$38.17
ÖBB EuroCity
Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$47.07
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81
Train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.90–$34.35
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.81–$16.54
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Flixtrain
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.69–$5.34
Train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$21.63
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Essen to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
4h 44m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.36–$35.62
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Leipzig?
The cheapest way to get from Essen to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs $17.39 - $30.43 and takes 4h 44m.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Leipzig?
The fastest way to get from Essen to Leipzig is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .
Is there a direct bus between Essen and Leipzig?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.
Is there a direct train between Essen and Leipzig?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 19m.
How far is it from Essen to Leipzig?
The distance between Essen and Leipzig is 506 km. The road distance is 460.9 km.
How do I travel from Essen to Leipzig without a car?
The best way to get from Essen to Leipzig without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $81.52 - $97.83 .
How long does it take to get from Essen to Leipzig?
The train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbf takes 5h 19m including transfers and departs once daily.
Where do I catch the Essen to Leipzig bus from?
Essen to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.
Where do I catch the Essen to Leipzig train from?
Essen to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Train, bus or fly from Essen to Leipzig?
The best way to get from Essen to Leipzig 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 45m, you could also fly, which costs $119.57 - $413.04 and takes 4h 49m.
Where does the Essen to Leipzig bus arrive?
Essen to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.
What is the time difference between Essen and Leipzig?
It is currently 19:35 at both, Essen and Leipzig.
Where does the Essen to Leipzig train arrive?
Essen to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Can I drive from Essen to Leipzig?
Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Leipzig is 461 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Essen to Leipzig.
How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Leipzig?
Book your Essen to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Leipzig?
Book your Essen to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Leipzig?
There are 1273+ hotels available in Leipzig. Prices start at $45.29 per night.
Can I share a ride from Essen to Leipzig?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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