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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Cologne
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
665 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Cologne will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Fast trains
To travel from Leipzig to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
06:485h52
Leipzig12:40Köln Hbf
£801One-way
1 change
06:485h52
Leipzig12:40Köln Hbf
£801One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leipzig to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 665 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 45m Average total duration 21h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leipzig to Cologne train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:48 Leipzig | 5h52 | 12:40 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
| 17:33 Leipzig | 6h33 | 00:06 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
| 19:33 Leipzig | 4h56 | 00:29 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
| 20:48 Leipzig | 10h17 | 07:05 Köln Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Cologne
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Trains from Leipzig to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
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 £56
Distance 665 km |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 22:55 |
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 £56
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Cologne from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 56m
Cheapest Price
£80
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Leipzig to Cologne train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leipzig to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leipzig to Cologne.
Booking trains from Leipzig to Cologne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Leipzig to Cologne, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Leipzig to Cologne is 665 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Leipzig to Cologne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £81, while the average price tends to be around £85.
The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Cologne is by coach, costing approximately £56.
Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig to Cologne.
The train journey from Leipzig to Cologne covers a distance of 665 km and takes approximately 4h 56m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Leipzig to Cologne leaves at 6:48.
The last train from Leipzig to Cologne departs at 22:55.
Trains from Leipzig to Cologne run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leipzig to Cologne.
There is no night train service from Leipzig to Cologne.
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