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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

54S$

Average price

181S$

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 18 m

Trains per day

Distance

381 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leipzig to Cologne will cost around 181S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 54S$.

Fast trains

To travel from Leipzig to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.

FlixBus+FlixTrain
4:05 AM9h36
Leipzig, Hbf
1:41 PMCologne Hbf
54 S$1One-way
1 change
FlixBus+FlixTrain
4:05 AM9h36
Leipzig, Hbf
1:41 PMCologne Hbf
60 S$1One-way
1 change
ICE 699 · IC 60402
10:58 PM6h46
Leipzig Hbf
5:44 AMCologne Hbf
88 S$1One-way
1 change
ICE 605 · ICE 937 · 15541 · ICE 920
7:55 PM6h10
Leipzig Hbf
2:05 AMCologne Hbf
94 S$1One-way
3 changes
ICE 609 · IC 60408 · ICE 618+24300
11:53 PM6h11
Leipzig Hbf
6:04 AMCologne Hbf
110 S$1One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 28S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 28S$, and a flight costs an average of 378S$.

Distance: 381 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
103S$ Average Price	48S$ Average Price Cheapest	863S$ Average Price
6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 14m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leipzig to Cologne train times

The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus+FlixTrain	4:05 AM Leipzig, Hbf	9h36	1:41 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
FlixBus+FlixTrain	4:05 AM Leipzig, Hbf	9h36	1:41 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 593 · IC 2547	On time 6:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	6h17	1:06 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1654 · ICE 126	On time 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf	5h16	12:43 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1654 · ICE 726	On time 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h47	12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 503 · ICE 750 · ICE 126	On time 7:55 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h48	12:43 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 503 · ICE 750 · ICE 726	On time 7:55 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h19	12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	2 changes
ICE 2585 · ICE 724	On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h25	1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 2585 · ICE 1518	On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h44	1:33 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 2585 · IC 2545	On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	6h17	3:06 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1652 · ICE 722	On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h47	2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 1652 · ICE 124	On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf	5h16	2:43 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · ICE 124	On time 9:59 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h44	2:43 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · ICE 722	On time 9:59 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h15	2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	2 changes
ICE 2587 · ICE 720	On time 10:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h25	3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 2587 · ICE 1516	On time 10:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h44	3:33 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 2587 · ICE 2012	On time 10:49 AM Leipzig Hbf	6h17	5:06 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1650 · ICE 628	On time 11:27 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h47	4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 1650 · ICE 1716	On time 11:27 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h58	4:25 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 507 · ICE 839 · ICE 28	On time 11:55 AM Leipzig Hbf	6h11	6:06 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 507 · ICE 839 · ICE 628	On time 11:55 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h19	4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	2 changes
ICE 507 · ICE 839 · ICE 122	On time 11:55 AM Leipzig Hbf	4h48	4:43 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 2589 · ICE 626	On time 12:49 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h25	5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 2589 · ICE 1514	On time 12:49 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h44	5:33 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 2589 · IC 2041	On time 12:49 PM Leipzig Hbf	6h17	7:06 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1558 · ICE 1714	On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h58	6:25 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1558 · ICE 624	On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h47	6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 509 · ICE 931 · ICE 624	On time 1:55 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h19	6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	2 changes
ICE 509 · ICE 931 · ICE 26	On time 1:55 PM Leipzig Hbf	6h11	8:06 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 2591 · IC 2349	On time 2:48 PM Leipzig Hbf	6h18	9:06 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 2591 · ICE 1512	On time 2:48 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h45	7:33 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 2591 · ICE 622	On time 2:48 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h26	7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 1556 · ICE 120	On time 3:27 PM Leipzig Hbf	5h16	8:43 PM Cologne Hbf	1 change
ICE 1556 · ICE 620	On time 3:27 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h47	8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	1 change
ICE 601 · ICE 933 · ICE 24	On time 3:55 PM Leipzig Hbf	6h11	10:06 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 601 · ICE 933 · ICE 120	On time 3:55 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h48	8:43 PM Cologne Hbf	2 changes
ICE 601 · ICE 933 · ICE 620	On time 3:55 PM Leipzig Hbf	4h19	8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz	2 changes
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Deutsche Bahn as well as FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Leipzig to Cologne.

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Leipzig to Cologne.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leipzig to Cologne.

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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Leipzig to Cologne.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leipzig to Cologne?

The best time to book your train from Leipzig to Cologne is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leipzig to Cologne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leipzig to Cologne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leipzig to Cologne.

Trains

from 31S$

Coaches

from 28S$

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leipzig to Cologne

Germany

Trains from Leipzig to Cologne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 20S$ 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 44m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

381 km

Average train duration

6h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

20S$

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 44m

First train

12:01 AM

Last train

11:58 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Mon

Best time to book

63 days

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Cologne from 20S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 44m

Cheapest Price

46S$

Deutsche Bahn frequency

10 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About

FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

6h 39m

Cheapest Price

20S$

FlixTrain frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 25m

Cheapest Price

148S$

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

12 a day

FAQs: Leipzig to Cologne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Leipzig to Cologne can start from as little as 20S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leipzig to Cologne is 103S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Leipzig to Cologne is 4h 44m to travel the 381 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Leipzig to Cologne leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Leipzig to Cologne leaves at 11:58 pm.

Yes, there are 1 direct trains a day from Leipzig to Cologne with FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Leipzig to Cologne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leipzig and Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Cologne from Leipzig is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 44m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Leipzig to Cologne is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Cologne including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Cologne

Most Leipzig to Cologne trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leipzig

Arrival train stations in Cologne

Which Leipzig station do trains to Cologne leave from?

Trains from Leipzig to Cologne leave from Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. The station is 1 km from Leipzig city centre at Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany.

Leipzig HauptbahnhofWilly-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany+49 341 9686190 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre

TrainS5x, S5, S4, S3, S1, S2 · 1m · 2S$ · every ~23 min

BusN3, 89 · 9m · every ~11 min

Tram9 · 8m · every ~11 min

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.

Leipzig Bayerischer BahnhofLeipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof, Bayrischer Platz 2, 04103 Leipzig Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof from Leipzig city centre

Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof is 1 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5x, S5, S4, S3, S1, S2 · 3m · 2S$ · every ~23 min

Tram9 · 7m · every ~11 min

Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof 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.