What is the best way to travel from Essen to Leer?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Leer from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Leer from Essen?
You can reach Leer with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus9h 45m009:50EssenCentral Station19:35LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 13/10/2026 09:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 13/10/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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FlixBus9h 20m013:40EssenCentral Station23:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 13/10/2026 13:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 13/10/2026 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus9h 45m009:50EssenCentral Station19:35LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 09:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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FlixBus7h 25m009:35EssenCentral Station17:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 09:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus10h 5m012:55EssenCentral Station23:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 12:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
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FlixBus7h 0m001:15EssenCentral Station08:15LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 01:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus9h 45m009:50EssenCentral Station19:35LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 09:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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FlixBus7h 0m001:15EssenCentral Station08:15LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 01:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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FlixBus10h 5m012:55EssenCentral Station23:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 12:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
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FlixBus7h 25m009:35EssenCentral Station17:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 09:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m004:52EssenCentral Station07:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 04:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 07:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m005:52EssenCentral Station08:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 05:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 08:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m019:52EssenCentral Station22:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 19:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 22:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 19m020:52EssenCentral Station00:11LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 20:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 20/10/2026 00:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 19m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 0m002:52EssenCentral Station06:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 02:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 06:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
Cheapest Trains Monday
What are the fastest trips from Essen to Leer?
You can get to Leer from Essen in just 3h 0m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus9h 20m013:40EssenCentral Station23:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 13/10/2026 13:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 13/10/2026 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
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FlixBus9h 45m009:50EssenCentral Station19:35LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 13/10/2026 09:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 13/10/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus7h 0m001:15EssenCentral Station08:15LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 01:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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FlixBus7h 25m009:35EssenCentral Station17:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 09:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus9h 45m009:50EssenCentral Station19:35LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 09:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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FlixBus10h 5m012:55EssenCentral Station23:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 17/10/2026 12:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 17/10/2026 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus7h 0m001:15EssenCentral Station08:15LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 01:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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FlixBus7h 25m009:35EssenCentral Station17:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 09:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus9h 45m009:50EssenCentral Station19:35LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 09:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
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FlixBus10h 5m012:55EssenCentral Station23:00LeerCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/10/2026 12:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 18/10/2026 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m004:52EssenCentral Station07:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 04:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 07:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m005:52EssenCentral Station08:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 05:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 08:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 0m019:52EssenCentral Station22:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 19:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 22:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 19m020:52EssenCentral Station00:11LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 20:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 20/10/2026 00:11:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 19m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 0m002:52EssenCentral Station06:52LeerCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 19/10/2026 02:52:00 to Central Station, Leer (Germany) arriving at 19/10/2026 06:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
Fastest Trains Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Essen to Leer
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Leer?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Leer you will be arriving at Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Leer from Essen? With 3 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Leer, you can pay as low as £15 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Leer in just 3h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Leer are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Leer is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Nortmoor, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Leer?
The most popular companies between Essen and Leer, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Leer
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Leer. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Leer
How can I reach Leer from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Leer from Essen.
How far is Leer from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Leer is 200.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Leer?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 34 kgs, and a flight 49 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Leer?
You can get to Leer with just £15 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Leer?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Leer in just 3h 0m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Essen and to Leer
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Leer. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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