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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leer to Essen

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$34

Average price

$34

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 50 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

200 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leer to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leer to Essen will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Leer for Essen on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Deutsche Bahn
06:53AM2h50
Leer
09:43AMEssen
$341One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leer to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leer to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €24.

Distance: 124 miles (200 km)

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€25

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Cheapest

€32

Average price

3h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 48m

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30m

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9h 50m

Average total duration

9h 20m

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30m

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Leer to Essen train times

The table below shows live departures for Leer to Essen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:42 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahn6:53 AM Leer
2h50
9:43 AM Essen0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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WestfalenBahn as well as Deutsche Bahn (RE,IC) offer trains services from Leer to Essen. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leer to Essen.

Why book with Omio vs WestfalenBahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for WestfalenBahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn (RE,IC) to find the best option for your trip from Leer to Essen.
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  • Multiple travel company options: While WestfalenBahn tickets can be bought on WestfalenBahn's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Deutsche Bahn (RE,IC) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leer to Essen.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leer to Essen

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Trains from Leer to Essen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 8h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
124 miles (200 km)
Average train duration
2h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
$22 (€17)
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
8h 25m
First train
00:46
Last train
22:31
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn from Leer to Essen trainsWestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leer and Essen from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€27)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
WestfalenBahn frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Leer to Essen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leer to Essen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To explore Essen's key attractions, such as the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex, Museum Folkwang, and Grugapark, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient.
The distance by train from Leer to Essen is 124 miles (200 km).
Train ticket prices from Leer to Essen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $22 (€17), while the average price is around $31 (€25).
The first train from Leer to Essen leaves at 12:46 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Leer to Essen.
The cheapest way to get from Leer to Essen is by train, with a cost of around $22 (€17).
The train from Leer to Essen takes 8h 25m and runs 9 per day.
The last train from Leer to Essen leaves at 10:31 PM.
The train station in Leer that goes to Essen is Leer (Ostfriesl), which connects to Essen Hbf.
There is no direct train service currently available from Leer to Essen.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leer to Essen.
Yes, you can take the train from Leer to Essen.
A day trip from Leer to Essen is not feasible since the journey duration is 8h 25m. However, there are 9 train trips available per day for this 124 miles (200 km) journey.
The train journey from Leer to Essen is generally not considered scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and industrial areas typical of the North Rhine-Westphalia region.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leer to Essen

Leer
Essen
The major train station for departures in Leer is Leer(Ostfriesl). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leer(Ostfriesl) for your trip from Leer to Essen.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:45
  • Tuesday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:45
  • Wednesday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:45
  • Thursday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:45
  • Friday: 08:00 12:45 - 12:00 17:45
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 13:00
Dining
Dining
  • Cafe Extrablatt
  • Mamma Mia
  • Kaffeebohne
  • Tai Shan
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Sophien-Cafe
  • Am Markt
  • Hotel Frisia
  • Oberledinger Hof

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