Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig central station | Cheapest | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Leipzig central station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
| Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Leipzig central station | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Leipzig Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Leipzig Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Leipzig
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$382, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Leipzig
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
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Based on 15502 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at MX$382
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Leipzig by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Leipzig?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Leipzig start at MX$382. The average price for this route is around MX$709. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Leipzig?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Leipzig is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 374 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Leipzig route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Leipzig?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Leipzig at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Leipzig?
A bus trip from Cologne to Leipzig produces an estimated 9.331275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Leipzig was searched and found on 09 Sept 2026 with a price of MX$339To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Leipzig as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$339 to MX$824 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$339, which is on 2026-09-09.
