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4 h 21 min
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$303.79
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 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 3 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 15m
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 S
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$46.83–$51.90
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$44.30

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 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
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 Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $27.17 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 46m and costs $141.30 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Cologne?

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 Cologne?

The distance between Leipzig and Cologne is 551 km. The road distance is 495.5 km.

How do I travel from Leipzig to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 23m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Leipzig to Cologne?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Leipzig to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Cologne bus from?

Leipzig to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Cologne train from?

Leipzig to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Cologne?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 23m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Leipzig to Cologne bus arrive?

Leipzig to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Leipzig to Cologne train arrive?

Leipzig to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Cologne is 495 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Leipzig to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Leipzig to Cologne?

Book your Leipzig to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leipzig and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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