The average train between Magdeburg and Cologne takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Magdeburg to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Magdeburg and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 1:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 4:04 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:45 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Magdeburg station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.
Magdeburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Magdeburg to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Magdeburg and Cologne is 349.8 km. The road distance is 438 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €80–360 and the journey takes 4h 12m.