How much is the train ticket from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Magdeburg to Cologne start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Magdeburg to Cologne?

The average train ride duration from Magdeburg to Cologne is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 217 miles (349 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 32m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators service the Magdeburg to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain .

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

The earliest train departs from Magdeburg to Cologne at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:04pm.

What is the best train operator from Magdeburg to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Magdeburg to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Magdeburg to Cologne?

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.

Train Magdeburg to Cologne from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Magdeburg to Cologne on December 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:02am	Magdeburg Hbf	4h 43m	10:45am	Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	8:04pm	Magdeburg Hbf	4h 9m	12:13am	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:40am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	8h 3m	5:43pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:02am	Magdeburg Hbf	4h 43m	10:45am	Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	9:02am	Magdeburg Hbf	4h 13m	1:15pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 8:29 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 $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

217 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $78	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $177	Average Duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $50	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Magdeburg and Cologne?

Magdeburg

A
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB
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Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.5

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Magdeburg to Cologne by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Magdeburg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Magdeburg to Cologne start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Magdeburg to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Magdeburg to Cologne is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 217 miles (349 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 32m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Magdeburg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Magdeburg to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Magdeburg to Cologne at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Magdeburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Magdeburg to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Magdeburg to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Magdeburg to Cologne?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Magdeburg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Magdeburg to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $114 for a train ticket from Magdeburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-25.