What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig is to rideshare which costs €15 - €35 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Leipzig is to train and fly which takes 3h 22m and costs €120 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Leipzig station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Leipzig?

The distance between Cologne and Leipzig is 550 km. The road distance is 463.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Leipzig without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 59m and costs €95 - €400.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Leipzig?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cologne to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leipzig bus from?

Cologne to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leipzig train from?

Cologne to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Cologne to Leipzig is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 59m and costs €95 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 9h 6m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €380 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Cologne to Leipzig bus arrive?

Cologne to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Cologne to Leipzig train arrive?

Cologne to Leipzig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Leipzig is 463 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Cologne to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?

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Where can I stay near Leipzig?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne to Leipzig?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Leipzig. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Leipzig - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

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There are 11 ways to get from Cologne to Leipzig by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
4h 59m
€97–396
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Leipzigrideshare 463.4 km
5h 4m
€15–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Leipzig central train stationbus 264 / ...
9h 6m
€35–60
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane DUS - LEJ
4h 59m
€132–374
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 51 / ...
5h 43m
€40–430
Drive 463.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Leipzigcar 463.2 km
4h 43m
€67–96
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3h 22m
€128–292
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 35m
€82–356
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 42m
€151–489
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
5h 6m
€103–385
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
4h 45m
€182–497

Cologne to Leipzig by train

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Distance: 549.7 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Leipzig, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Leipzig Hbf via Frankfurt in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Leipzig central train station once daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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