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Cheap train tickets from Leipzig to Essen

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Cheapest

€30

Average

€46

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

Deutsche Bahn

02:58AMLeipzig6h10 09:08AMEssen

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€301One-way

Deutsche Bahn

04:40PMLeipzig4h55 09:35PMEssen

0 transfers

€401One-way

Deutsche Bahn

09:18PMLeipzig7h50 05:08AMEssen

0 transfers

€491One-way

Deutsche Bahn

10:38PMLeipzig6h30 05:08AMEssen

0 transfers

€491One-way

FlixTrain

11:30AMLeipzig8h18 07:48PMEssen

0 transfers

€641One-way

Train schedule from Leipzig to Essen

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 29

Deutsche Bahn

02:58AMLeipzig6h10 09:08AMEssen

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FlixTrain

11:30AMLeipzig8h18 07:48PMEssen

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Deutsche Bahn

04:40PMLeipzig4h55 09:35PMEssen

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Deutsche Bahn

09:18PMLeipzig7h50 05:08AMEssen

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Deutsche Bahn

10:38PMLeipzig6h30 05:08AMEssen

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Fastest train times from Leipzig to Essen

Showing times and prices for Mar 29

Fastest Journey

4 h 55 m

Average

6 h 44 m

Trains per day

Distance

372 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Leipzig for Essen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn

04:40PMLeipzig4h55 09:35PMEssen

0 transfers

€401One-way

Deutsche Bahn

02:58AMLeipzig6h10 09:08AMEssen

0 transfers

€301One-way

Deutsche Bahn

10:38PMLeipzig6h30 05:08AMEssen

0 transfers

€491One-way

Deutsche Bahn

09:18PMLeipzig7h50 05:08AMEssen

0 transfers

€491One-way

FlixTrain

11:30AMLeipzig8h18 07:48PMEssen

0 transfers

€641One-way

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Overview: Train from Leipzig to Essen

	Distance	230 miles (371 km)
	Average train duration	6 h 30 min
	Average train ticket price	$50 (€44)
	Train frequency	14 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
	Train providers	Flixtrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn

Trains from Leipzig to Essen cover the 230 miles (371 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 30 min with our travel partners like Flixtrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $46 (€40), but the average price of train tickets is $50 (€44). Travelers depart most frequently from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and arrive in Essen Hbf.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Essen trains

You can travel by train between Leipzig and Essen with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $46 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Leipzig and Essen. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Leipzig to Essen with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 5 h 19 min
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 14 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Leipzig to Essen

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Essen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leipzig to Essen.

Train tickets from Leipzig to Essen for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $46 (€40) one way in the next 7 days.

If you are looking to purchase your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Leipzig to Essen train to cost on average $50 (€44) one way.

The Leipzig to Essen train distance is approximately 230 miles (371 km).

The train time to Essen from Leipzig is on average 6 h 30 min for the 230 mile (371 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Leipzig and Essen by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

When taking the train to Essen from Leipzig, you can choose to depart from train stations like Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite, Leipzig Hauptbahnhof and Leipzig Markt. Your trip can end in train stations such as Essen Hbf, Essen-Eiberg and Essen-Altenessen.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and arrive in Essen Hbf.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Essen Hbf, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city center.

When taking a train from Leipzig to Essen, you can count on Flixtrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Essen. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Leipzig to Essen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

On average, there are 14 trains a day from Leipzig to Essen. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

You can take the earliest train from Leipzig to Essen at 4: 41 AM or take the last train from Leipzig to Essen leaving at 8: 38 PM. Look for the latest Leipzig to Essen train schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this route.

If you book a train ticket from Leipzig to Essen within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $50 (€44) one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets from Leipzig to Essen are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Leipzig

Essen

Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite is the most popular Leipzig railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Leipzig for your trip to Essen.

Amenities at station

Accessibility

Address

04103 Leipzig, Germany

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

04103 Leipzig, Germany

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

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Address

Leipzig Markt, Markt 1 a, 04109 Leipzig Zentrum

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

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Address

Allee-Center Leipzig, Breisgaustr. 4, 04209 Leipzig

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