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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Leipzig
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€34
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€82
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 19
46
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Leipzig will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 46 trains from Cologne to Leipzig, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 381 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain9:25 AM9h24Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)6:49 PMLeipzig Hbf€341One-way1 transfer- FlixTrain12:14 PM6h35Cologne Hbf6:49 PMLeipzig Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
IC 20471:11 PM6h06Cologne Hbf7:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€391One-way0 transfers- IC 204911:11 AM6h06Cologne Hbf5:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€391One-way0 transfers
- ICE 951 · IC 20471:38 PM5h39Cologne Hbf7:17 PMLeipzig Hbf€431One-way1 transfer
- ICE 621 · ICE 930 · ICE 5089:47 AM4h17Cologne Messe/Deutz2:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€1001One-way2 transfers
- ICE 527 · ICE 932 · ICE 6007:47 AM4h17Cologne Messe/Deutz12:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€1161One-way2 transfers
- ICE 629 · ICE 751 · ICE 5041:45 PM4h19Cologne Messe/Deutz6:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€631One-way2 transfers
- ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 50611:45 AM4h19Cologne Messe/Deutz4:04 PMLeipzig Hbf€631One-way2 transfers
- ICE 623 · ICE 69010:47 AM4h22Cologne Messe/Deutz3:09 PMLeipzig Hbf€631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €480.
Distance: 381 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€100 Average price | €480 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Leipzig:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Leipzig costing on average €44.
A bus is €381 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Leipzig costing on average €410.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 6h 44m.
Live departures
Cologne to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Leipzig trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 934 · ICE 602 | Delayed 2:02 AM 3:50 AMCologne Hbf | 6h14 | 9:21 AM 9:21 AMLeipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| IC 60403 · ICE 698 · S5 | Delayed 9:53 PM 12:00 AMCologne Hbf | 7h27 | 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 934 · ICE 602 | 3:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h15 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 541 · ICE 597 · S2 | 4:16 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h51 | 11:07 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 521 · ICE 602 | On time 4:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 521 · ICE 696 · S35 | On time 4:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h14 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 911 · ICE 523 · ICE 934 · ICE 602 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h39 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 911 · ICE 921 · ICE 1555 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h06 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 511 · ICE 1555 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h43 | 10:31 AM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 23 · ICE 932 · ICE 600 | 5:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h11 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 553 · IC 2035 · IC 2235 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h30 | 12:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 525 · ICE 694 · S35 | 6:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h55 | 11:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2348 · ICE 692 | On time 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h16 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1713 · ICE 932 · ICE 600 | On time 7:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h31 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 527 · ICE 932 · ICE 600 | On time 7:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h17 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h11 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · ICE 1557 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h37 | 12:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 692 · S35 | On time 8:19 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h23 | 1:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 555 · IC 2037 | On time 8:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h31 | 2:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 692 · S35 | On time 8:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h55 | 1:42 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 121 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 9:19 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h45 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 121 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:19 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h12 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 9:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 9h24 | 6:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 621 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 | On time 9:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h17 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 9:55 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h09 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 217 · ICE 1559 | On time 10:00 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h31 | 2:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1515 · ICE 690 | On time 10:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h40 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 557 · IC 2039 | On time 10:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h31 | 4:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 623 · ICE 690 | On time 10:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h22 | 3:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2049 | 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h06 | 5:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 225 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:20 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h11 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 859 · ICE 603 | 11:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h08 | 5:46 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h46 | 4:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h19 | 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 29 · ICE 751 · ICE 504 | On time 11:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h11 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 6h35 | 6:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1517 · ICE 598 | On time 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h40 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 559 · IC 2431 · IC 2239 | On time 12:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h31 | 6:15 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 627 · ICE 598 | On time 12:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h24 | 5:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2044 · ICE 596 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 6h16 | 7:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2047 | 1:11 PM Cologne Hbf | 6h06 | 7:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 123 · ICE 751 · ICE 504 | On time 1:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h46 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 123 · ICE 1653 | On time 1:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h13 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 951 · IC 2047 | On time 1:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h39 | 7:17 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 629 · ICE 1653 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h46 | 6:31 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 629 · ICE 751 · ICE 504 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h19 | 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Leipzig
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Trains from Cologne to Leipzig run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 381 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 381 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Leipzig from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Leipzig by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Leipzig
Most Cologne to Leipzig trains use the Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig Messe. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Leipzig leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Leipzig station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Getting to Leipzig Messe from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Messe is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig Messe train station facilities and services
Leipzig Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dönerhaus, Grand Canyon, Graf Zeppelin, Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Messe. ATMs are available at Leipzig Messe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Messe. Information desks are available at Leipzig Messe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Messe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Messe.
Getting to Leipzig Markt from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Markt train station facilities and services
Leipzig Markt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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