What is the travel distance from Cologne to Magdeburg?

The distance between the two cities is 218 miles (351 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Magdeburg?

The majority of buses traveling from Cologne to Magdeburg start their journey at Cologne/Bonn Airport and wind up at Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Cologne to Magdeburg from $35 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Cologne to Magdeburg on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:10pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	10h 30m	4:40am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 15m	3:05pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	6h 40m	3:05pm	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags
Bus	9:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	7h 15m	5:00am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	6h 50m	5:00am	Busbahnhof Magdeburg ZOB	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Magdeburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Magdeburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

217 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $75	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$89 - $169	Average Duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $55	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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