The average train between Leipzig and Cologne takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 6h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Cologne. 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 Leipzig and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 4:41 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 7m.
Leipzig to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Leipzig to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Leipzig and Cologne is 380.8 km. The road distance is 600 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €110–480 and the journey takes 5h 41m.