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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$136
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$139
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 20
11
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport without transferring at least 3 times.
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5:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf10:13 AMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers- 7:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf12:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 9:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf2:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 11:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf4:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 1:26 PM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf6:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 5:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf10:13 AMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 7:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf12:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 9:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf2:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 11:26 AM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf4:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
- 1:26 PM4h47Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf6:13 PMLeipzig/halle Flughafen$1361One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $159 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $159, while a train costs an average of $159.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$159 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $159 compared to roughly $85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-73.99. The journey takes 5h 20m versus 4h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:36 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h37 | 10:13 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 6:16 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 6h04 | 12:20 AM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 7:36 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 8h18 | 3:54 AM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 11:26 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 7h47 | 7:13 AM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| 3:56 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 5h49 | 9:45 AM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 5:26 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h47 | 10:13 AM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 7:26 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h47 | 12:13 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 9:26 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h47 | 2:13 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 9:56 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 5h49 | 3:45 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 11:26 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h47 | 4:13 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 11:56 AM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 5h49 | 5:45 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 1:26 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h47 | 6:13 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 2:26 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 5h19 | 7:45 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 3:26 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 4h47 | 8:13 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 3:56 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 5h49 | 9:45 PM Leipzig/halle Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 3:56 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Leipzig/Halle Airport from $127. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport
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