Bus Tickets from Magdeburg to Cologne

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Next departures for Magdeburg to Cologne on October 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Cheapest
Flixbus
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
HbfNo tags
Flixbus
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
Flixbus
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Magdeburg to Cologne

Bus
Average PriceUS$28 - US$44Average Duration7h 5m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$23 - US$176Average Duration4h 43m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$27 - US$52Average Duration4h 10m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Magdeburg to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
4h 10mAverage Duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Magdeburg to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$35
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 5m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance341 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Magdeburg to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Magdeburg - Cologne

  1. What is the travel distance from Magdeburg to Cologne?

    Magdeburg and Cologne are 351 km (218 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Magdeburg to Cologne?

    Buses departing from Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB in Magdeburg will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.

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

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10-05
US$52
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US$29
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US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Magdeburg to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of US$29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Magdeburg to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$74 for a bus ticket from Magdeburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Magdeburg to Cologne.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Magdeburg to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Magdeburg to Cologne.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Magdeburg by bus?

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You can also go to Cologne by train

Train from Magdeburg to Cologne

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