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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: LeipzigDeparture location: Leipzig central stationArrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: LeipzigDeparture location: Leipzig central stationArrival time: April 26 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
- Departure time: April 25 atDeparture city: LeipzigDeparture location: Leipzig central stationArrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Hbf
Bus Leipzig to Cologne: Trip Overview
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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.
Leipzig to Cologne Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 5 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 12:25AM - 10:40PM |
Minimum Price | $16 |
Average Ticket Price | $32 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 7h50m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 9h15m |
Distance | 231 miles (371 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Leipzig and Cologne?
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
HbfDittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Dittrichring 11Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Goethestraße 5Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
BrüderstraßeBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
HbfGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Gummersbacher Str.Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
Riehl ZooHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
Leverkusen MitteCologne,, Germany
Rhein Energie StadionFrequently asked questions for your trip Leipzig - Cologne
You can take a bus or a train to go from Leipzig to Cologne. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Cologne. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.
The average travel time from Leipzig to Cologne is about 9h 15m, although the fastest bus will take 7h 50m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 237 miles (382 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance separating Leipzig and Cologne is 237 miles (382 km).
About 5 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus. The number of buses from Leipzig to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Leipzig to Cologne by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
The bus service operates between 12:25 AM and 10:40 PM.
Most of the buses traveling from Leipzig to Cologne leave from Hbf and arrive at Cologne Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
You can expect to pay around $32 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $19 to $72, so it's good to do your research before booking.
Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Flora and Botanical Garden, Köln Triangle Panorama, Hohenzollern Bridge, Cologne Zoo and Volksgarten.
Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Leipzig to Cologne. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Leipzig to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Leipzig to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Leipzig to Cologne will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Leipzig to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
What's the cheapest way to go from Leipzig to Cologne?
Vehicle Type | Travel Time | Avg Price | Daily Departures |
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Vehicle TypeBus | Travel Time9h 15m | Avg Price$32 | Daily Departures5 |
Vehicle TypeTrain | Travel Time11h 5m | Avg Price$38 | Daily Departures1 |
Vehicle TypeCarpool | Travel Time5h | Avg Price$35 | Daily Departures4 |
The best way to travel between Leipzig and Cologne is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $32 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $19. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cologne, choose the bus, as it will take you from Leipzig to Cologne in about 5h - that's the fastest way to get there!
Will you be returning to Leipzig by bus?
Bus from Cologne to LeipzigYou can also go to Cologne by train
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