How to travel from Magdeburg to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Magdeburg and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Magdeburg to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €32.

This is compared to other travel options from Magdeburg to Cologne:

A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Cologne costing on average €81.

A bus is €352 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Magdeburg to Cologne costing on average €383.

The fastest way to travel from Magdeburg to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 5m.

Bus takes on average 7h 57m.

The distance from Magdeburg to Cologne is approximately 216 miles (349 km).

The average frequency per day from Magdeburg to Cologne is:

• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Magdeburg and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Magdeburg to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Magdeburg Hbf and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Magdeburg, ZOB and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Magdeburg to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Air Baltic, BA Cityflyer, British Airways, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Cologne by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Magdeburg to Cologne with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 3 direct flights per day with Smartwings, Eurowings.

Omio customers who travel from Magdeburg to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.