How far is Leipzig from Essen by coach?

The journey from Essen to Leipzig by coach covers an approximate distance of 231 miles (373 km).

Is there a way to reach Leipzig from Essen without a car?

You can reach Leipzig from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Essen to Leipzig from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Leipzig on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 25m	17:20	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	09:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 15m	17:20	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	01:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	5h 45m	07:15	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	09:05	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	8h 15m	17:20	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	13:20	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	6h 30m	19:50	Leipzig central station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

231 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£23 - £50	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £213	Average duration5h 33m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £43	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11359 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £23

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Leipzig?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Leipzig

A - Leipzig Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Dittrichring 11

D - Goethestraße 5

E - Brüderstraße

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Essen to Leipzig

How far is Leipzig from Essen by coach?
The journey from Essen to Leipzig by coach covers an approximate distance of 231 miles (373 km).
Is there a way to reach Leipzig from Essen without a car?
You can reach Leipzig from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Essen to Leipzig was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Leipzig as early as possible.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Leipzig?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time6h 10m	Avg price£30	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 33m	Avg price£98	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time4h 40m	Avg price£32	Daily departures13