The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
10 h 31 m
Average duration
10 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne 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 to Leipzig/Halle Airport will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne for Leipzig/Halle Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 10 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 31 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 10 h 31 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.
7:14 AM10h31Cologne5:45 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport$561One-way0 transfers
7:14 AM10h31Cologne5:45 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport:
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport costing on average $118 (€96).
Other travel options to Leipzig/Halle Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 46m.
Tickets start at around $118 (€96) compared to roughly $83 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-34.94 (€-28.60). The journey takes 7h 46m versus 5h 20m 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 to Leipzig/Halle Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:14 AM Cologne | 10h31 | 5:45 PM Leipzig/Halle Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport
Trains from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:14, the last at 07:45. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 7:14 AM |
Last train 7:45 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Leipzig/Halle Airport from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport 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/Halle Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Leipzig/Halle Airport
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
- There are luggage lockers in the station
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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