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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Essen and Leinfelden-Echterdingen. The average train journey from Essen to Leinfelden-Echterdingen takes 10 hours and 12 minutes, but some FlixTrain train trips are as short as 9 hours and 2 minutes.
| Distance | 213 mi (342 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 2m |
| Lowest price | €17.33 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Leinfelden-Echterdingen?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Leinfelden-Echterdingen. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 3 | 10h 13m | €27.48 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 3 daily trips to Leinfelden-Echterdingen from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Stuttgart Airport in Leinfelden-Echterdingen after about 10 hours and 13 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Leinfelden-Echterdingen is approximately 213 miles, or 342 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 2 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Essen to Leinfelden-Echterdingen are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Leinfelden-Echterdingen?
Main arrival station: Stuttgart Airport
Leinfelden-Echterdingen has one train station.
Train stations in Leinfelden-Echterdingen:
Stuttgart Airport
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