How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start from $25. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Leipzig?

The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Leipzig is 8h, covering a distance of 234 miles (378 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Leipzig route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Leipzig at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Cologne to Leipzig generates an estimated 9.435375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Cologne to Leipzig from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Leipzig on April 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	6:20am	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
	9:50am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 30m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	4:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 45m	2:35pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	10h 49m	7:50pm	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Leipzig on April 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	6:20am	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
	9:50am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 30m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	4:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 45m	2:35pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 47m	7:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Leipzig on April 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	6:20am	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
	9:50am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 30m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	4:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 45m	2:35pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 47m	7:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Leipzig on April 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 10m	6:20am	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
	9:50am	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	7h 30m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	9h 6m	5:20pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
	4:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 45m	2:35pm	Leipzig central station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:25am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	9h 47m	7:12pm	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Leipzig

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

8hAverage Duration

234 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $133	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $261	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Leipzig?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,442 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

DE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, Intercape, ALSA, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start from $25. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Leipzig?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Leipzig is 8h, covering a distance of 234 miles (378 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Leipzig route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Leipzig?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Leipzig at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Leipzig?
A bus trip from Cologne to Leipzig generates an estimated 9.435375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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

04/07

$42

04/08

$38

Today

No data

04/10

$45

04/11

$38

04/12

$36

04/13

$30

04/14

$27

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Leipzig was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $27

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 $27 to $81 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 $27 which is on 2026-04-14.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h	Avg Price$35	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 50m	Avg Price$88	Daily Departures25
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time5h 10m	Avg Price$43	Daily Departures3