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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hbf | Magdeburg Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Hbf | Magdeburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Magdeburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Hbf | Magdeburg Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Magdeburg
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 £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Magdeburg?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Magdeburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Magdeburg start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £86. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Magdeburg?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Magdeburg is 4h 47m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 43m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Magdeburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Magdeburg?
The earliest train from Cologne to Magdeburg departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 23:12.
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 ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Magdeburg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
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.
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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Magdeburg was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Magdeburg as early as possible.
