Bus from Cologne to Magdeburg: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Magdeburg on 19 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOBCheapest
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOBFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOBNo tags
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOBNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Magdeburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Magdeburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
4h 10mAverage duration
217 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£22 - £57Average duration6h 50m
9kg CO₂e
Average price£17 - £146Average duration4h 35m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£22 - £39Average duration4h 10m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Magdeburg

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Magdeburg start from £22. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The average bus journey time from Cologne to Magdeburg is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 213 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Magdeburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Magdeburg at 07:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    A bus journey from Cologne to Magdeburg produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Magdeburg was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £21 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Magdeburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2026-01-19.

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