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559 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Cologne to Saxony

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Cheapest
By car (559 km)
4 h 57 min
559 km.
from $30
Fastest
Plane from Cologne (Dusseldorf International Airport)
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Rideshare
4 h 57 min
559 km.
from $7.29
Train via Frankfurt am Main
5 h 38 min
454 km.
from $117.33
Train, Plane (Train to Düsseldorf International Airport)
3 h 50 min
455 km.
from $225.55
Train, Plane (Train to Frankfurt)
3 h 31 min
455 km.
from $179.48
Train, Plane (Train to Frankfurt)
3 h 40 min
455 km.
from $222.41
Bus, Plane
4 h 38 min
455 km.
from $157.61
Train, Plane (Train to Düsseldorf International Airport)
5 h 26 min
455 km.
from $182.08

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.35–$69.97

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$1,272.26

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.98–$763.36
Plane from Frankfurt to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.78–$368.96
Plane from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$763.36
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$636.13
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$508.90

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.70–$496.18
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.25–$356.23
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.61–$241.73

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$61.07
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$58.52

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.35–$53.43
Train from Frankfurt to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.70–$95.42
Train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.78–$120.86
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.80–$52.16
Train from Flughafen BER to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.80–$52.16

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Köln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$203.56

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$95.42

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

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

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.81–$38.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Saxony?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Saxony is to rideshare which costs $15.22 - $32.61 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Saxony is to train and fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $108.70 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Saxony?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Saxony station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Leipzig central train station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Saxony?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Saxony?

The distance between Cologne and Saxony is 594 km. The road distance is 495.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Saxony without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 38m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Cologne to Saxony, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Saxony bus from?

Cologne to Saxony bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Saxony train from?

Cologne to Saxony train services, operated by NS, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Saxony?

The best way to get from Cologne to Saxony is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 38m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Cologne to Saxony bus arrive?

Cologne to Saxony bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Cologne to Saxony train arrive?

Cologne to Saxony train services, operated by NS, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Saxony?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Saxony is 495 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Cologne to Saxony.

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

Book your Cologne to Saxony train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Saxony?

There are 936+ hotels available in Saxony. Prices start at $45.49 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Saxony?

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