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What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Magdeburg?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses to Magdeburg from Cologne. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 15m
£23
£25
2
Train
4h 28m
£16
£24
38

What is the cheapest way to reach Magdeburg from Cologne?

You can reach Magdeburg with just £16 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £21
Sunday
Monday
from £16
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £21
Thursday
from £27
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 22m
    0
    23:15
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    05:37
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 19m
    0
    19:35
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    00:54
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 13m
    0
    23:24
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    05:37
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 37m
    0
    16:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    21:11
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31

    • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    08:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    15:05
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    21:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    04:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 47m
    0
    23:15
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    04:02
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 31m
    0
    04:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    08:54
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 28m
    0
    17:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:02
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 43m
    0
    23:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    08:23
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 13m
    0
    23:15
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    04:28
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 44m
    0
    18:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 32m
    0
    04:05
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    09:37
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 37m
    0
    17:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:11
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    21:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    04:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Magdeburg?

You can get to Magdeburg from Cologne in just 4h 28m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 4h 37m
Sunday
Monday
from 4h 28m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 4h 37m
Thursday
from 7h 15m
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 37m
    0
    16:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    21:11
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 19m
    0
    19:35
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    00:54
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 13m
    0
    23:24
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    05:37
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 22m
    0
    23:15
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    05:37
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    08:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    15:05
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    21:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    04:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 28m
    0
    17:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:02
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 31m
    0
    04:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    08:54
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £22
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 47m
    0
    23:15
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    04:02
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £16
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 43m
    0
    23:40
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    08:23
    Magdeburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 37m
    0
    17:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    22:11
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 44m
    0
    18:34
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    23:18
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 13m
    0
    23:15
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    04:28
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £21
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 32m
    0
    04:05
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    09:37
    Magdeburg
    Buckau Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £26

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    21:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    04:45
    Magdeburg
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cologne to Magdeburg

What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Magdeburg?

In Cologne, you will usually depart from Messe/Deutz Train Station, Ehrenfeld Train Station or Central Station, while in Magdeburg you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Central Station or Neustadt Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Magdeburg from Cologne? With 4 connections between 2 Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Magdeburg, you can pay as low as £16 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Magdeburg in just 4h 28m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Magdeburg are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Magdeburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Biederitz, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Magdeburg?

The most popular companies between Cologne and Magdeburg, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Magdeburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Magdeburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Magdeburg

How can I reach Magdeburg from Cologne?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Magdeburg from Cologne.

How far is Magdeburg from Cologne?

The distance between Cologne and Magdeburg is 348.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Magdeburg?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 59 kgs, and a flight 86 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Magdeburg?

You can get to Magdeburg with just £16 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Magdeburg?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Magdeburg in just 4h 28m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Cologne and to Magdeburg

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne and to Magdeburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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