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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Leipzig?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Leipzig by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start at US$24. The average price for this train route is around US$105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Leipzig?
The average train trip from Cologne to Leipzig takes 5h 49m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 61 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Cologne to Leipzig departs at 6:01am. The latest train departs at 10:07pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Leipzig?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Leipzig?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Leipzig was searched and found on Jun 11, 2026 with a price of US$58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Leipzig, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$58 to US$283 for a train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$58 which is on 2026-06-11.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
