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434 km.
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434 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$59.49

Grandes Tour

Phone:
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Website:
grandes-tour.com.ua/
Bus from Magdeburg ZOB to Bonn
Ave. Duration:
9h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$367.08
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$506.31
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$759.47
Plane from Hannover-Langenhagen Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$392.39

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.96–$354.42
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$240.50
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$493.65

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$58.23

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.38–$69.62

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$82.28–$94.93
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$37.97–$43.04
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Leipzig/Halle
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.71–$40.50
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.57–$51.90
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$31.64
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$55.69–$63.29
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Hannover
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$46.83

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

ODEG

Phone:
+49 30 514 88 88 88
Email:
Website:
odeg.de/
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Start Deutschland GmbH

Phone:
+49 69 9 99 99 36 44
Website:
startgmbh.com/
Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Potsdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Magdeburg to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$30.38

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?

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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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