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428 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Magdeburg to Cologne

Composite routes from Magdeburg to Cologne

Cheapest
3 h 31 min
Car
428 km.
from $23

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
Grandes Tour
Website
FlixBus
Website
6h 35m
Twice daily
$43.04–$59.49
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Grandes Tour
Website
9h 34m
3 times a week
+38 (044) 444 00 44
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Call
Airlines
Found: 2
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Lufthansa
Website
1h
Every day
$101.26–$367.08
Eurowings
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$56.96–$354.42
Train operators
Found: 8
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
ODEG
Website
Start Deutschland GmbH
Website
NS
Website
52 min
Every 4 hours
$24.05–$58.23
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
38 min
6 times a week
$30.38–$69.62
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
4h
Every 3 hours
$82.28–$94.93
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
48 min
Hourly
$12.66–$18.99
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
40 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.02–$17.72
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
ODEG
Website
1h 17m
Hourly
$13.92–$20.25
+49 30 514 88 88 88
+49 30 514 88 88 88
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Start Deutschland GmbH
Website
1h 10m
6 times a week
+49 69 9 99 99 36 44
+49 69 9 99 99 36 44
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Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
4h 41m
Twice daily
$24.05–$30.38
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $20.65 - $26.09 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Magdeburg station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Magdeburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Magdeburg Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The distance between Magdeburg and Cologne is 438 km. The road distance is 433.5 km.

How do I travel from Magdeburg to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $70.65 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The train from Magdeburg Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 4h including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Cologne bus from?

Magdeburg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Magdeburg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Cologne train from?

Magdeburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Cologne is to train which takes 4h and costs $70.65 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $51.09 and takes 7h 37m. There are no good options to fly between Magdeburg to Cologne.

Where does the Magdeburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Magdeburg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Magdeburg to Cologne train arrive?

Magdeburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Cologne is 433 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Magdeburg to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Magdeburg to Cologne?

Book your Magdeburg to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1609+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $44.10 per night.

Can I share a ride from Magdeburg to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Magdeburg and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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