Bus from Leipzig to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Leipzig to Cologne on July 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Leverkusen (Mitte Station)Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Leipzig central station
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Leipzig central station
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Leipzig central station
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Leipzig central station
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:56 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Leipzig to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 8 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
8h 6mAverage Duration
374 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePEN 100 - PEN 363Average Duration8h 6m
9kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePEN 79 - PEN 1,067Average Duration5h 58m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Cologne start from PEN 100. The average price for this route is around PEN 140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Leipzig to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Leipzig to Cologne is 8h 6m, covering a distance of 374 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leipzig to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Cologne at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Leipzig to Cologne generates an estimated 9.349525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-25
PEN 147
07-26
PEN 159
Today
PEN 147
07-28
PEN 139
07-29
No data
07-30
PEN 139
07-31
PEN 147
08-01
PEN 143
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leipzig to Cologne was searched and found on Jul 28, 2026 with a price of PEN 139

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 139 to PEN 240 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 139 which is on 2026-07-28.

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