How to Travel from
Leipzig to Köln Hbf
by Plane, Rideshare or Car
Three ways to Travel from Leipzig to Köln Hbf
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Cheapest
By car (502 km)
4 h 23 min
502 km.
from $27
Fastest
Plane from Leipzig (Dresden International Airport) to Köln Hbf (Dusseldorf International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
4 h 23 min
502 km.
from $6.55
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Leipzig central train station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Airlines
Lufthansa
Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$582.26
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$329.10
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$556.94
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$518.97
Plane from Dresden Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$531.63
Eurowings
Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$417.71
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$303.79
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16
Austrian Airlines
Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$392.39
Condor Flugdienst
Website:
condor.com
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$455.68
Train operators
NS
Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02
Eurostar
Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.64–$69.62
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$88.60
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$54.43
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
6h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$120.25
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$32.91
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$44.30
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$46.83–$51.90
Nightjet
Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.29–$202.52
ÖBB EuroCity
Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$34.18
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Flixtrain
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52
ÖBB Intercity
Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Leipzig Hbf to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$62.02
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leipzig to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$31.64
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $27.17 and takes 6h 8m.
What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf is to fly and train which takes 3h 35m and costs $141.30 - $315.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Köln Hbf?
No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.
Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Köln Hbf?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 8m.
How far is it from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
The distance between Leipzig and Köln Hbf is 551 km. The road distance is 496.3 km.
How do I travel from Leipzig to Köln Hbf without a car?
The best way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 14m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .
How long does it take to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus from?
Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.
Where do I catch the Leipzig to Köln Hbf train from?
Leipzig to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Train or bus from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
The best way to get from Leipzig to Köln Hbf is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 14m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 8h 30m.
Where does the Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus arrive?
Leipzig to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.
Where does the Leipzig to Köln Hbf train arrive?
Leipzig to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.
Can I drive from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Köln Hbf is 496 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Leipzig to Köln Hbf.
How do I get a train ticket from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?
There are 1533+ hotels available in Köln Hbf. Prices start at $45.33 per night.
Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Köln Hbf?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leipzig and Köln Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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