The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
To travel from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf you need to make at least 2 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf 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 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 381 km
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£67 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2046 · ICE 952 · 17343 | On time 07:41 Leipzig Hbf | 5h52 | 13:33 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 595 · ICE 724 · S11 | On time 07:49 Leipzig Hbf | 4h35 | 12:24 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 595 · ICE 1645 | On time 07:49 Leipzig Hbf | 6h16 | 14:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 595 · ICE 1518 | On time 07:49 Leipzig Hbf | 4h44 | 12:33 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 892 · S8 · ICE 610 | On time 08:27 Leipzig Hbf | 4h38 | 13:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 892 · ICE 124 | On time 08:27 Leipzig Hbf | 5h16 | 13:43 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 09:34. The fastest train covers the 381 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 381 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 07:34 |
Last train 09:34 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and Cologne Hbf from £19. 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: Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite to Cologne Hbf 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig Hbf, Ostseite and Cologne Hbf
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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