Train Essen Leipzig

4 h 54 min From 17€
DB ICE
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Practical information

The train journey Essen - Leipzig

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Train
From
17€*
Duration
4 h 54 min
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Bus
From
10€*
Duration
6 h 10 min
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Plane
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412€*
Duration
2 h 50 min

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About this route

Train Essen Leipzig: everything you need to know

Travelling by train between Essen and Leipzig is a practical and eco-friendly choice. Train tickets from Essen to Leipzig are available from 17€.

This route is operated by DB ICE, with multiple departures per week. Book in advance for the best fares.

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Train connections from Leipzig.

Leipzig Munich
2 h 48 min
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Leipzig Erfurt
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Leipzig Berlin
1 h 6 min
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Leipzig Dresden
1 h 5 min
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Leipzig Frankfurt
2 h 51 min
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Leipzig Fulda
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Leipzig Hamburg
3 h 9 min
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Leipzig Wiesbaden
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Frequently asked questions

Everything about the train between Essen and Leipzig

How much does the train cost from Essen to Leipzig?

A train ticket from Essen to Leipzig is available from 17€. Prices vary depending on date and availability.

How long does the train journey from Essen to Leipzig take?

The train journey between Essen and Leipzig takes approximately 4 h 54 min.

Which train companies operate from Essen to Leipzig?

The route from Essen to Leipzig is operated by DB ICE.