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Train Köln → Leipzig

Schedule & travel time

8h 0m 381 km 17 trains/day
ICE IC RE

Route overview

8h 0m

Fastest time

9h 36m

Avg. duration

381

Kilometers

17

Trains per day

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By train from Köln to Leipzig

An important rail connection: The train connection from Köln to Leipzig is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 8h 0m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 381 kilometers and is served by about 17 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Regionalverkehr

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC, RE.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Köln to Leipzig saves you about 42 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Köln to Leipzig?

The fastest connection from Köln to Leipzig takes 8h 0m. The average travel time is 9h 36m.

How many trains run daily from Köln to Leipzig?

About 17 trains run daily on the Köln - Leipzig route. Train types include ICE, IC, RE.

What is the route from Köln to Leipzig?

The direct connection covers 381 km.

More interesting connections

Köln → Düsseldorf
0h 21m33 km
Köln → Bonn
0h 19m25 km
Berlin → Leipzig
1h 5m148 km
Erfurt → Leipzig
0h 43m120 km
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Return journey

Leipzig Köln

More connections

Köln → Düsseldorf0h 21mKöln → Bonn0h 19mKöln → Amsterdam2h 38mKöln → Aachen0h 33mBerlin → Leipzig1h 5mErfurt → Leipzig0h 43mBerlin Südkreuz → Leipzig1h 05m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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