What is the travel distance from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The distance between the two cities is 218 miles (351 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The majority of buses traveling from Magdeburg to Cologne start their journey at Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB and wind up at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Flora and Botanical Garden, Lanxess Arena, Hohenzollern Bridge, Cologne Cathedral and Volksgarten.

Bus Magdeburg to Cologne from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Magdeburg to Cologne on November 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:15pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	7h 5m	8:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	1:15pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	6h 35m	7:50pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:15pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	8h 40m	9:55pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:40am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	7h 30m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	12:40am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	6h 55m	7:35am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:32 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Magdeburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

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

9carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

217 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $43	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $214	Average Duration5h 3m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $48	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Magdeburg and Cologne?

Stops in Magdeburg

A - Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB

B - Magdeburg ZOB Bussteig 7

C - Rottensee Grabower Str. 2

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Magdeburg to Cologne by bus

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The cheapest trip from Magdeburg to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $25

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 $25 to $28 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 $25 which is on 2025-11-24.