Train from Cologne to Magdeburg: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Magdeburg on January 26
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Compare 3 ways to go 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 $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
4h 10mAverage Duration
217 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$28 - $54Average Duration6h 50m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$22 - $191Average Duration4h 35m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$21 - $49Average Duration4h 10m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Magdeburg by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Magdeburg start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Cologne to Magdeburg is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 216 miles (348 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Magdeburg?

    The earliest train departs from Cologne to Magdeburg at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 11:54pm.

  5. What 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?

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

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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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