What is the distance between Leipzig and Essen?

It's about 373 km (231 miles) from Leipzig to Essen.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Leipzig to Essen?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Leipzig Hbf, in Leipzig, and end it at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen.

Bus Leipzig to Essen from $51 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Leipzig to Essen on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25am	Leipzig central station	6h 5m	6:30am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Leipzig central station	6h 30m	4:25pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Leipzig central station	8h 10m	7:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Leipzig central station	8h 15m	7:40pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Leipzig central station	6h 5m	6:30am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

372 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $82	Average Duration6h 6m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $428	Average Duration5h 33m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$34 - $80	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11360 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $51

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Where are the popular stops in Leipzig and Essen?

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Dittrichring 11

D - Goethestraße 5

E - Brüderstraße

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Essen by bus

What is the distance between Leipzig and Essen?
It's about 373 km (231 miles) from Leipzig to Essen.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Leipzig to Essen?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Leipzig Hbf, in Leipzig, and end it at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen.