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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Leipzig Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | |||||
InterCity + Regional-Express | Leipzig Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Leipzig Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leipzig to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Cologne?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig 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
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $18. The average price for this train route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Leipzig to Cologne is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 236 miles (380 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Leipzig to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leipzig to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Leipzig to Cologne at 6:38am. And the latest train departs at 10:55pm.
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 ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 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 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Leipzig to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $22To 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 $22 to $301 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 $22 which is on 2025-12-13.
