What is the best way to travel from Magdeburg to Cologne?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Magdeburg?
You can get to Cologne with just $31 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn5h 4m01:23 AMMagdeburgCentral Station6:27 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 1:23:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 6:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 49m012:38 AMMagdeburgBuckau Train Station6:27 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 12:38:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 6:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 37m04:49 AMMagdeburgCentral Station9:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 4:49:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 9:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 59m04:15 AMMagdeburgCentral Station9:14 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 4:15:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 9:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 24m04:02 AMMagdeburgBuckau Train Station9:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 4:02:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 9:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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What are the fastest trips from Magdeburg to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Magdeburg in just 4h 37m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn4h 37m04:49 AMMagdeburgCentral Station9:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 4:49:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 9:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 59m04:15 AMMagdeburgCentral Station9:14 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 4:15:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 9:14:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 59m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 4m01:23 AMMagdeburgCentral Station6:27 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 1:23:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 6:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 24m04:02 AMMagdeburgBuckau Train Station9:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 4:02:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 9:26:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 49m012:38 AMMagdeburgBuckau Train Station6:27 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Buckau Train Station, Magdeburg (Germany) at 10/16/2026 12:38:00 AM to Messe/Deutz Train Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 10/16/2026 6:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 49m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
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, Central Station or Neustadt Train Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Ehrenfeld 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 Cologne from Magdeburg? With 5 connections between 1 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 $31 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 Cologne in just 4h 37m.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, 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. 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 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Cologne from Magdeburg.
How far is Cologne from Magdeburg?
The distance between Magdeburg and Cologne is 216.7 miles.
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 $31 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 37m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
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!
- Trips to Magdeburg
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Magdeburg
- Berlin to Magdeburg
- Braunschweig to Magdeburg
- Bremen to Magdeburg
- Dusseldorf to Magdeburg
- Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg
- Halle (Saale) to Magdeburg
- Hamburg to Magdeburg
- Hanover to Magdeburg
- Karlsruhe to Magdeburg
- Leipzig to Magdeburg
- Leipzig/Halle Airport to Magdeburg
- Munich to Magdeburg
- Stralsund to Magdeburg
- Trips to Cologne
- Amsterdam to Cologne
- Berlin to Cologne
- Brussels to Cologne
- Dortmund to Cologne
- Dresden to Cologne
- Dusseldorf to Cologne
- Frankfurt am Main to Cologne
- Hamburg to Cologne
- Hanover to Cologne
- Innsbruck to Cologne
- Linz to Cologne
- Minsk to Cologne
- Paris to Cologne
- Siegen to Cologne
- Stuttgart to Cologne
