What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf is to rideshare which costs €15 - €35 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf is to train and fly which takes 3h 22m and costs €110 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Leipzig Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Leipzig Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Leipzig Hbf is 550 km. The road distance is 464.6 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 59m and costs €95 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leipzig Hbf bus from?

Cologne to Leipzig Hbf bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leipzig Hbf train from?

Cologne to Leipzig Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

The best way to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 59m and costs €95 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Cologne to Leipzig Hbf bus arrive?

Cologne to Leipzig Hbf bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Leipzig Hbf train arrive?

Cologne to Leipzig Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Leipzig Hbf is 465 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Leipzig Hbf?

There are 1350+ hotels available in Leipzig Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Leipzig Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Leipzig Hbf - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Leipzig Hbf by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
4h 59m
€97–205
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Leipzigrideshare 464.1 km
5h 14m
€15–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Leipzig central train stationbus N13 / ...
7h 38m
€54–76
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane DUS - LEJ
6h 1m
€134–355
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 51 / ...
5h 43m
€100–220
Drive 464.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Leipzig Hbfcar 464.6 km
4h 44m
€69–99
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3h 22m
€116–243
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 30m
€104–303
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 19m
€124–337
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 45m
€158–433

Cologne to Leipzig Hbf by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 549.7 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Leipzig Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Leipzig Hbf via Frankfurt in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Leipzig central train station via Frankfurt central train station in around 7h 38m.

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