Bus from Leipzig to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Leipzig to Cologne on 9 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Leipzig Hbf
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
    Flixbus
    Leipzig central station
    Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      Leipzig Hbf
      Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Cologne

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 455, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      3carpool per day
      5h 10mAverage duration
      381 kmDistance
      16kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 410 - R 1 061Average duration8h 5m
      9kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 390 - R 3 468Average duration5h 32m
      9kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average priceR 455 - R 908Average duration5h 10m
      16kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Cologne by bus

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Cologne?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Cologne start at R 410. The average price for this route is around R 660. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Cologne?

        The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Cologne is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 372 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Cologne route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Cologne?

        The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Cologne at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Cologne?

        A bus trip from Leipzig to Cologne produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      06/01
      R 703
      07/01
      R 559
      Today
      No data
      09/01
      R 609
      10/01
      R 558
      11/01
      R 599
      12/01
      R 477
      13/01
      R 357
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leipzig to Cologne was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 357

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

      You can expect to pay from R 357 to R 741 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 357, which is on 2026-01-13.

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