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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €22 - €26 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 28m and costs €110 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Cologne?

The distance between Leipzig and Cologne is 550 km. The road distance is 461.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 49m and costs €60 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Leipzig to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Cologne bus from?

Leipzig to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Cologne?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 49m and costs €60 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Leipzig to Cologne bus arrive?

Leipzig to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Leipzig to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Cologne is 462 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Leipzig to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1744+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Cologne?

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

Leipzig to Cologne - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 12 ways to get from Leipzig to Cologne by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car, or plane

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 Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurt50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
4h 49m
€64–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Leverkusen264 / ...
8h 23m
€21–45
Night train
1. Take the night train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln HbfNj
12h 5m
€64–283
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Cologne462.3 km
5h 58m
€22–26
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbf51 / ...
5h 50m
€45–150
Drive 461.8 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Cologne461.8 km
4h 41m
€66–95
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)LEJ - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 8m
€139–373
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)LEJ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
3h 28m
€113–270
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BER - CGN
4h 2m
€75–300
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)DRS - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 35m
€91–399
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BER - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 38m
€93–366
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
4h 46m
€180–406

Leipzig to Cologne by train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 549.7 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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