Next available departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Cologne on August 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:58pm	Leipzig Hbf	8h 16m	7:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Cheapest
	1:55pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 19m	6:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:00pm	Leipzig central station	8h 40m	9:40pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	5:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	12:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	5h 45m	6:34pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	12:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 34m	5:23pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	5:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	12:49pm	Leipzig Hbf	5h 45m	6:34pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Cologne on August 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:05am	Leipzig central station	9h 36m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:55am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 19m	12:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	6h 39m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	9h 16m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	5h 45m	12:34pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 34m	11:23am	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	8h 46m	7:50pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Cologne on August 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	6h 41m	5:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	9h 6m	8:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	5h 45m	12:34pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:47am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 27m	12:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	9:32am	Leipzig Hbf	6h 26m	3:58pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	8h 26m	7:30pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Cologne on August 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:05am	Leipzig central station	9h 36m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	6h 41m	5:45pm	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	9h 6m	8:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	5h 45m	12:34pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr	7:47am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 27m	12:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Regio Südost + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	9:32am	Leipzig Hbf	6h 26m	3:58pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Leipzig to Cologne on August 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	6h 41m	5:45pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	7:55am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 19m	12:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	9h 6m	8:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + National Express	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	5h 45m	12:34pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 34m	11:23am	Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:04am	Leipzig Hbf	8h 26m	7:30pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
	6:49am	Leipzig Hbf	4h 25m	11:14am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 8 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 23,895, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

8h 6mAverage Duration

375 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 23,895 - CLP 80,637	Average Duration8h 6m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 21,074 - CLP 281,781	Average Duration5h 49m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Cologne?

Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3.0/537 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Cologne 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 Leipzig to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Cologne start at CLP 21,074. The average price for this train route is around CLP 93,464. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leipzig to Cologne?
The average train trip from Leipzig to Cologne takes 5h 49m and covers 381 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 53 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Cologne?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Cologne departs at 6:32am. The latest train departs at 11:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Leipzig to Cologne?
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 Leipzig to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leipzig to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Cologne?
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.

Best price found

08-04

CLP 55,651

08-05

CLP 59,902

Today

CLP 26,716

08-07

CLP 62,300

08-08

CLP 32,838

08-09

CLP 70,133

08-10

CLP 32,829

08-11

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The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Cologne was searched and found on Aug 6, 2026 with a price of CLP 26,716

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leipzig to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CLP 26,716 to CLP 265,927 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 32,829 which is on 2026-08-10.

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.