What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Saxony?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Saxony is to rideshare which costs €15 - €35 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Saxony?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Saxony is to train and fly which takes 3h 28m and costs €130 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Saxony?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Saxony station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Saxony?

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

How far is it from Cologne to Saxony?

The distance between Cologne and Saxony is 600 km. The road distance is 463.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Saxony without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Saxony without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs €45 - €490.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Saxony?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Hbf takes 5h 43m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Saxony bus from?

Cologne to Saxony bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Saxony train from?

Cologne to Saxony train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Saxony?

The best way to get from Cologne to Saxony is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs €45 - €490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Cologne to Saxony bus arrive?

Cologne to Saxony bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Cologne to Saxony train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Saxony?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Saxony is 463 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Cologne to Saxony.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Saxony?

Book your Cologne to Saxony train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Saxony?

There are 1387+ hotels available in Saxony.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Saxony?

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

Cologne to Saxony - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 51 / ...
5h 43m
€45–490
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Leipzigrideshare 463.4 km
5h 4m
€15–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Leipzig central train stationbus 264 / ...
9h 6m
€35–65
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3h 28m
€132–401
Train via Fulda
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Fulda Bahnhoftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Fulda Bahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
5h 44m
€96–449
Drive 463.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Leipzigcar 463.2 km
4h 43m
€66–95
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3h 28m
€174–420
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 35m
€130–314
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 31m
€83–370
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 6m
€104–403

Cologne to Saxony by train

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Distance: 600 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Saxony, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €110–490 and the journey takes 5h 43m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Leipzig central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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