Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt train with Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£72

Average price

£93

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

5 h 5 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

380 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.

Fast trains

To travel from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt you need to make at least 2 changes.

National Express
11:046h57
Cologne Hbf
18:01Leipzig Markt
£721One-way
1 change
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
05:335h36
Cologne Hbf
11:09Leipzig Markt
£981One-way
2 changes
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
21:3312h58
Cologne Hbf
10:31Leipzig Markt
£981One-way
2 changes
National Express
07:045h27
Cologne Hbf
12:31Leipzig Markt
£991One-way
2 changes
National Express
08:045h05
Cologne Hbf
13:09Leipzig Markt
£991One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £103.

Distance: 380 km

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£103

Average Price

£25

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Cheapest

6h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 4m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 10m

Average total duration

7h 40m

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Live departures

Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express19:04 Cologne Hbf
5h56
01:00 Leipzig Markt2 changes
national_express19:54 Cologne Hbf
5h53
01:47 Leipzig Markt2 changes
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH21:33 Cologne Hbf
12h58
10:31 Leipzig Markt2 changes
Saturday 21 March
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH05:33 Cologne Hbf
5h36
11:09 Leipzig Markt2 changes
national_express07:04 Cologne Hbf
5h27
12:31 Leipzig Markt2 changes
national_express08:04 Cologne Hbf
5h05
13:09 Leipzig Markt2 changes
national_express09:04 Cologne Hbf
5h27
14:31 Leipzig Markt2 changes
national_express10:04 Cologne Hbf
5h05
15:09 Leipzig Markt2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt

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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 07:25. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 6h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Distance
380 km
Average train duration
6h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£103
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
6h 4m
First train
07:25
Last train
07:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19

Train companies: Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt trainsTrans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Leipzig Markt from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
£98
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
1 a day

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 39m
Cheapest Price
£84
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig Markt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £103, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The train journey from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt covers a distance of 380 km and takes approximately 6h 4m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt is 380 km.
The first train from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt leaves at 7:25.
The last train from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt departs at 7:25.
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt.
To get from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Markt offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Rhine Valley, pass through the picturesque landscapes of Thuringia, and glimpse historical cities, making it a pleasant and varied route.
A day trip from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Markt is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 4m. However, there are 9 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 380 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Hbf to Leipzig Markt.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Leipzig Markt

Cologne
Leipzig
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Leipzig.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

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