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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 | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Leipzig?
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 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 from $20. The average price for this train route is around $76. 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 Cologne to Leipzig?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Leipzig is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 237 miles (381 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 18m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 23 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 Cologne to Leipzig?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Leipzig at 6:12am. And the latest train departs at 8:54pm.
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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 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 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Leipzig?
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 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 Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $34To 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 $34 to $288 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 $34 which is on 2026-01-28.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.
