How to travel from Leiden to Cologne

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Leiden to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $69.

Distance: 135 miles (218 km)

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5h 33m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $22.

This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Cologne:

A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Cologne costing on average $69.

A bus is $419 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Cologne costing on average $441.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 33m.

Flight takes on average 8h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leiden and Cologne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leiden to Cologne among Omio's users.

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from Leiden to Cologne

How to get from Leiden to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Leiden to Cologne is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Lufthansa
    6:15 AM4h10
    Leiden
    10:25 AMCologne
    $4691One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Lufthansa
    6:15 AM4h10
    Leiden
    10:25 AMCologne
    $4691One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lufthansa
    1:40 PM3h50
    Leiden
    5:30 PMCologne
    $6491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Austrian Airlines
    11:25 AM7h25
    Leiden
    6:50 PMCologne
    $4931One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian Airlines
    7:55 AM7h30
    Leiden
    3:25 PMCologne
    $9151One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leiden to Cologne

Travel to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leiden to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Leiden and Cologne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $22.

This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Cologne:

A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Cologne costing on average $69.

A bus is $419 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Cologne costing on average $441.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 33m.

Flight takes on average 8h 2m.

The distance from Leiden to Cologne is approximately 135 miles (218 km).
The average frequency per day from Leiden to Cologne is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leiden and Cologne as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leiden to Cologne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leiden Centraal and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Den Haag, Centraal Station and arrive in Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leiden to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Cologne by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Leiden to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.
Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.

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