Bus from Cologne to Leipzig: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Leipzig on December 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Leipzig central stationCheapest
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Leipzig central stationFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		Leipzig HbfNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		Leipzig central stationNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		Leipzig central stationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:55 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Leipzig

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    9carpool per day
    4h 50mAverage Duration
    381 kmDistance
    16kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$37 - $118Average Duration8h
    9kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$25 - $394Average Duration5h 31m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$38 - $91Average Duration4h 50m
    16kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Leipzig by bus

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start from $37. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

      The average bus travel time from Cologne to Leipzig is 8h, covering a distance of 378 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

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

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Leipzig?

      The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Leipzig at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

      A bus trip from Cologne to Leipzig generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    12-21
    $95
    12-22
    $73
    Today
    $70
    12-24
    $55
    12-25
    $53
    12-26
    $60
    12-27
    $60
    12-28
    $62
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Leipzig was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $53

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

    You can expect to pay from $53 to $133 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-25.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Leipzig?

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