Train from Cologne to Magdeburg: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Magdeburg on 23 January
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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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 €18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
4h 10mAverage duration
350 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€25 - €47Average duration6h 50m
9kg CO₂e
Average price€19 - €167Average duration4h 35m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€18 - €42Average duration4h 10m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Magdeburg by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Magdeburg start from €19. The average price for this train route is around €76. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Magdeburg is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 348 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Magdeburg route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The earliest train from Cologne to Magdeburg departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

  5. Which 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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. 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.

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