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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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National Express + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Hbf | Leipzig Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
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DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + SÜWEX | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr + SÜWEX | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Bayern | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Leipzig Hbf | 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 and with fares starting at just ₪81, 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 traveling from Cologne to Leipzig by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start from ₪30. The average price for this train route is around ₪323. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Leipzig?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Leipzig is 5h 56m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 57 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Leipzig?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Leipzig at 6:07am. And the latest train departs at 10:37pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Leipzig?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 Jul 2, 2026 with a price of ₪180To 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 ₪180 to ₪898 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 ₪180 which is on 2026-07-02.
