4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Cologne
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
665 km
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Cologne will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Cologne without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 413 miles (665 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€92 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 45m Average total duration 21h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leipzig to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:48 AM Leipzig | 5h52 | 12:40 PM Köln Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5:33 PM Leipzig | 6h33 | 12:06 AM Köln Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 7:33 PM Leipzig | 4h56 | 12:29 AM Köln Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 8:48 PM Leipzig | 10h17 | 7:05 AM Köln Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Cologne
Germany
Italy
Distance 413 miles (665 km) |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€87) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Cologne from $73 (€60). 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.
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