What is the best way to travel from Magdeburg to Cologne?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Trains to Cologne from Magdeburg. 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Magdeburg?
You can reach Cologne with just £24 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.
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Deutsche Bahn7h 13m010:29MagdeburgBuckau Train Station17:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 10:29:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 17:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 25m020:38MagdeburgBuckau Train Station06:03CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 20:38:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 30/03/2026 06:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 10m020:53MagdeburgBuckau Train Station06:03CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 20:53:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 30/03/2026 06:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 54m001:48MagdeburgBuckau Train Station10:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 01:48:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 10:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 36m006:38MagdeburgBuckau Train Station13:14CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 06:38:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 13:14:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 36m
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BlaBlaCar4h 50m016:40Magdeburg21:30Cologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 16:40:00 to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
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What are the fastest trips from Magdeburg to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Magdeburg in just 4h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar4h 50m016:40Magdeburg21:30Cologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 16:40:00 to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 21:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 36m006:38MagdeburgBuckau Train Station13:14CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 06:38:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 13:14:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 36m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 13m010:29MagdeburgBuckau Train Station17:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 10:29:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 17:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 13m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 54m001:48MagdeburgBuckau Train Station10:42CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 01:48:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 29/03/2026 10:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 54m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 10m020:53MagdeburgBuckau Train Station06:03CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 20:53:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 30/03/2026 06:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
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Deutsche Bahn9h 25m020:38MagdeburgBuckau Train Station06:03CologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 29/03/2026 20:38:00 to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 30/03/2026 06:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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Bus from Magdeburg to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Magdeburg and Cologne?
In Magdeburg, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Neustadt Train Station or Central Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Messe/Deutz Train Station, Central Bus Station or Central 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 Cologne from Magdeburg? With 6 connections between 2 Carpool and Train 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 Magdeburg and Cologne, you can pay as low as £24 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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Cologne in just 4h 50m.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 Magdeburg and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, 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 Magdeburg and Cologne 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 Biederitz or to Huerth, and look at flights from , and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. 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 Magdeburg to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Magdeburg and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Magdeburg to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Magdeburg to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Magdeburg to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Magdeburg?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Cologne from Magdeburg.
How far is Cologne from Magdeburg?
The distance between Magdeburg and Cologne is 348.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Magdeburg and Cologne?
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 Magdeburg to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne?
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 Cologne in just 4h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Magdeburg and to Cologne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Magdeburg and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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