Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Merkurpromenade | Cheapest | |||||
 | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Leipzig central station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig central station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 R 426, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Leipzig
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
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
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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.
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 R 426. The average price for this route is around R 648. 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 10m, covering a distance of 232 miles (374 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 6 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 1:10am. 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 9.330174999999999 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Leipzig was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of R 522To 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 R 522 to R 1 781 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 R 522 which is on 2026-07-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Leipzig?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
