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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
665 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Leipzig will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
To travel from Cologne to Leipzig you need to make at least one change.
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5:205h11Köln Messe/deutz Bf10:31Leipzig£911One-way1 change- 6:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf11:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 7:454h46Köln Messe/deutz Bf12:31Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 8:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf13:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 9:584h33Köln Messe/deutz Bf14:31Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 6:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf11:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 8:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf13:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 10:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf15:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 12:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf17:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
- 14:454h24Köln Messe/deutz Bf19:09Leipzig£911One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £72, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 665 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£79 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 45m Average total duration 22h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Leipzig train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 Köln Messe/deutz Bf | 5h11 | 10:31 Leipzig | 1 change | |
| 6:45 Köln Messe/deutz Bf | 4h24 | 11:09 Leipzig | 1 change | |
| 7:45 Köln Messe/deutz Bf | 4h46 | 12:31 Leipzig | 1 change | |
| 8:45 Köln Messe/deutz Bf | 4h24 | 13:09 Leipzig | 1 change | |
| 9:58 Köln Messe/deutz Bf | 4h33 | 14:31 Leipzig | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Leipzig
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Trains from Cologne to Leipzig run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 665 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 665 km |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Leipzig trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Leipzig from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Cologne to Leipzig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Leipzig 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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