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Today29 Jun
Tomorrow30 Jun
from US$35
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from US$31
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Next departures to Cologne

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Leipzig
    Departure location: Leipzig central station
    Arrival time: 1 July at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Leipzig
    Departure location: Leipzig central station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Leipzig
    Departure location: Leipzig central station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Leipzig
    Departure location: Leipzig central station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Leipzig
    Departure location: Leipzig central station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$22 - US$120Average duration8h 6m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$23 - US$290Average duration5h 48m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$18 - US$83Average duration5h
16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Leipzig to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
5hAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Leipzig to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$36
Average bus trip duration8h 6m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure00:00
Distance231 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Leipzig to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Leipzig - Cologne

  1. What's the distance between Leipzig and Cologne by coach?

    The distance between Leipzig and Cologne by coach is approximately 237 miles (382 km).

  2. How can I get from Leipzig to Cologne without driving?

    The best way to go from Leipzig to Cologne without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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27/06
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28/06
US$32
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30/06
US$32
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02/07
US$20
03/07
US$28
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leipzig to Cologne was searched and found on 2 Jul 2025 with a price of US$20

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 US$20 to US$39 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 US$20, which is on 2025-07-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Leipzig to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Leipzig to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Leipzig to Cologne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Leipzig to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Leipzig to Cologne?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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