Train Leipzig Essen

4 h 54 min From 17€
DB ICE
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Practical information

The train journey Leipzig - Essen

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

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About this route

Train Leipzig Essen: everything you need to know

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

Essen Aachen
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Essen Liège
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Essen Brussels
2 h 55 min
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Essen Paris
4 h 25 min
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Essen Duisburg
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Essen Dortmund
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Essen Bochum
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Essen Frankfurt
1 h 54 min
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Frequently asked questions

Everything about the train between Leipzig and Essen

How much does the train cost from Leipzig to Essen?

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

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

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

Which train companies operate from Leipzig to Essen?

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