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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Leipzig central station | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Cheapest | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Leipzig Hbf | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Leipzig Hbf | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leipzig central station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Leipzig central station | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leipzig to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$392, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Leipzig and Cologne
Stops in Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Based on 15324 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at MX$379
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.
How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Cologne start at MX$379. The average price for this route is around MX$762. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Cologne is 8h 6m, covering a distance of 375 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Cologne at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Cologne?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Cologne produces an estimated 9.35235 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.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Cologne was searched and found on 26 Aug 2026 with a price of MX$419To 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 MX$419 to MX$2 927 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 MX$419, which is on 2026-08-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from Leipzig to Cologne?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
