The train between Cologne and Leipzig takes 6h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Leipzig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Cologne and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 3:11 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 9:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cologne station and arriving at Leipzig station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 6m.
Cologne to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your Cologne to Leipzig train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Cologne and Leipzig is 380.8 km. The road distance is 600 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €110–480 and the journey takes 5h 43m.