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Kulturhistorisches Museum Magdeburg
Major cultural history museum with archaeology, art and exhibits on Otto the Great, offering a strong introduction to the city and region.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
1 h 34 m
Trains on 04 Sept
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Magdeburg will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 5 trains from Berlin to Magdeburg, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 797 · IC 2235
73728
73726
73722
73724
ICE 797 · IC 2235
73728
73726
73722
73724Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 129 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Magdeburg:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Magdeburg costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 39m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 2h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ODEG, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Magdeburg trains for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73730 | 12:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 13:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73732 | 13:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 14:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73734 | 14:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 15:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73736 | 15:11 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h39 | 16:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2034 | On time 15:41 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h16 | 16:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73738 | 16:10 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h40 | 17:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73740 | 17:10 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h40 | 18:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73742 | 18:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 19:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73744 | 19:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 20:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73746 | 20:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 21:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 679 | On time 20:30 Berlin Hbf | 1h36 | 22:06 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73748 | 21:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 22:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73790 | 22:06 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h49 | 23:55 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73792 | 23:06 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h42 | 0:48 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1540 | On time 23:51 Berlin Hbf | 1h30 | 1:21 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73722 | 8:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 9:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73724 | 9:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 10:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 797 · IC 2235 | On time 9:37 Berlin Spandau | 1h20 | 10:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
73726 | 10:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 11:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
73728 | 11:12 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1h38 | 12:50 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Berlin to Magdeburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Magdeburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Magdeburg trip today.
Major cultural history museum with archaeology, art and exhibits on Otto the Great, offering a strong introduction to the city and region.
Art museum in a former monastery, showing sculpture and contemporary art in atmospheric historic spaces near the cathedral.
Science museum focused on technology, experiments and hands-on displays, making it a strong choice for families and curious visitors.
Hundertwasser-designed residential complex with colourful courtyards, unusual forms and shops, now one of the city’s best-known urban sights.
Large riverside park with gardens, event spaces and attractions; ideal for walks, skyline views and a relaxed half-day outdoors.
Historic market square framed by civic buildings and monuments, useful as a central starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
A hearty Börde-region potato soup, often enriched with vegetables and sausage. It is a long-standing home-style dish linked to local farming traditions.
A rustic potato stew from Saxony-Anhalt, usually cooked with root vegetables and cured pork or sausage. It reflects the region’s simple, filling country cooking.
A pan-fried potato dish from northern and eastern Germany, often served in Magdeburg with bacon, onions and egg. It is a staple of traditional tavern menus.
Elegant restaurant focused on refined regional and seasonal cooking with a calm atmosphere, suitable for a more special meal.
Cosy restaurant in Magdeburg offering German and regional dishes in a traditional interior, suited to a casual local dining experience.
Well-known local beer hall with hearty German dishes, generous portions and a relaxed atmosphere popular with both residents and visitors.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Berlin, Munich or Hamburg, making Magdeburg good value for city breaks.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Magdeburg Hbf -> Alter Markt, Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Magdeburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Magdeburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Magdeburg trains use the Berlin Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Wannsee is 19 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Wannsee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Fook Lam Mun, Schützen-Wirtin, Loretta am Wannsee, Lorettas Almhütte
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Wannsee. ATMs are available at Berlin Wannsee.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Wannsee. Information desks are available at Berlin Wannsee.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Wannsee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Wannsee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Wannsee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Wannsee.
Nearby hotels include Bonverde am Wannsee.
Magdeburg Hbf is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Hummels Brauhaus, Pizza Hut, ALEX, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadtfeld, ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
Magdeburg-Neustadt is 3 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bingöl Grill, Pizza Haus, Drachenhaus, Eiscafe San Marco
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Magdeburg Sudenburg is 2 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Sudenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zum Altmärker, Asia-Bistro, Tuba Grill, Orient Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
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