Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Magdeburg on August 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:22pm	Hbf	4h 40m	4:02am	Magdeburg Hbf	Cheapest
	2:51pm	Hbf	4h 6m	6:57pm	Magdeburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	6h 51m	3:05pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	8:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 26m	12:57pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
	8:44am	Hbf	4h 13m	12:57pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	1:24pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 30m	5:54pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost	6:24pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 12m	11:36pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	8:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 26m	12:57pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Magdeburg on August 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	9h 6m	1:20am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	Cheapest
	7:26am	Hbf	4h 28m	11:54am	Magdeburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	6h 51m	3:05pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags
National Express + DB Fernverkehr	6:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 33m	10:57am	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
National Express + DB Regio NRW + WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr	6:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 23m	12:57pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr	7:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 20m	12:57pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
	7:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	5h 10m	12:55pm	Magdeburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	9h 11m	9:25pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Magdeburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Magdeburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 108,416, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

342 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 108,416 - COP 248,427	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 94,455 - COP 927,077	Average Duration5h 12m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Magdeburg?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Magdeburg

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Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Magdeburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Magdeburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Magdeburg start at COP 94,455. The average price for this train route is around COP 338,415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Magdeburg?
The average train trip from Cologne to Magdeburg takes 5h 12m and covers 349 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Magdeburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Magdeburg?
The earliest train from Cologne to Magdeburg departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:58pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Magdeburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Magdeburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Magdeburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Magdeburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08-03

COP 132,931

08-04

COP 109,574

Today

COP 132,898

08-06

COP 215,013

08-07

COP 72,090

08-08

No data

08-09

No data

08-10

No data

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Magdeburg was searched and found on Aug 7, 2026 with a price of COP 72,090

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

You can expect to pay from COP 72,090 to COP 918,839 for a train ticket from Cologne to Magdeburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 72,090 which is on 2026-08-07.