What is the cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €22 - €26 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf is to fly and train which takes 3h 25m and costs €110 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Leipzig and Köln Hbf is 551 km. The road distance is 462.5 km.

How do I travel from Leipzig to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 6m and costs €85 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus from?

Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Köln Hbf train from?

Leipzig to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 6m and costs €85 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €80 and takes 7h 38m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €350 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Leipzig to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Leipzig to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Köln Hbf is 463 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Leipzig to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?

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

Leipzig to Köln Hbf - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
5h 6m
€88–181
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Colognerideshare 462.3 km
6h 8m
€22–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus N13 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
7h 38m
€57–75
Drive 462.5 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Köln Hbfcar 462.5 km
4h 42m
€86–124
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane LEJ - DUS
5h 25m
€137–345
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 51 / ...
5h 41m
€95–190
Train #2
1. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamentrain Re
3. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
9h 4m
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain
3h 25m
€115–212
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Suedkreuztrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
4h 7m
€91–294
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
4h 42m
€129–416
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Berlin Suedkreuztrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
4h 36m
€100–336
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain
4h 53m
€152–383

Leipzig to Köln Hbf by train and foot

190Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

€88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 551.1 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbf via Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 7h 38m.

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