Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 868, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Leipzig?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig 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
Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Leipzig by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start from THB 320. The average price for this train route is around THB 3 369. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Leipzig is 6h, covering a distance of 381 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 58 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 Cologne to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Cologne to Leipzig departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 22:38.
Which 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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 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 17 Jul 2026 with a price of THB 1 159To 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 THB 1 159 to THB 9 109 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 THB 1 159, which is on 2026-07-17.
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.
