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Compare coach and train for Bern to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 649 km
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£119 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 7m Average total duration Fastest 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 36m Average total duration 13h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Magdeburg
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Bern to Magdeburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 649 km distance in 7h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £46
Distance 649 km |
Average train duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:36 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £46
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bern to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bern and Magdeburg from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£70
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bern to Magdeburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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.
Two to three days are usually sufficient to explore Magdeburg's main attractions, such as the Magdeburg Cathedral, the Green Citadel, and the Jahrtausendturm.
The train journey from Bern to Magdeburg is quite scenic, offering views of the picturesque Swiss countryside, charming German villages, and lush landscapes as you travel through central Europe.
The cheapest way to get from Bern to Magdeburg is by coach, costing approximately £46.
The train distance from Bern to Magdeburg is 649 km.
Booking trains from Bern to Magdeburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Bern to Magdeburg departs at 23:36.
The train journey from Bern to Magdeburg covers a distance of 649 km and takes approximately 7h 50m. Trains run 6 per day.
There is no night train service from Bern to Magdeburg.
The train station in Bern that goes to Magdeburg is Bern Hauptbahnhof, and it arrives at Magdeburg Hbf.
The first train from Bern to Magdeburg leaves at 0:02.
Trains from Bern to Magdeburg run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bern to Magdeburg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bern to Magdeburg.
To get from Bern to Magdeburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
A day trip from Bern to Magdeburg is not feasible as the journey takes 7h 50m each way. However, there are 6 trains available per day for this 649 km journey.
The cost of a train ticket from Bern to Magdeburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £70, while the average price tends to be around £119.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Magdeburg
Bern
Magdeburg
The major train station for departures in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Bern to Magdeburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
17Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
Public transport options for Bern Hauptbahnhof
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Magdeburg is Magdeburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Magdeburg Hbf for your journey to Magdeburg from Bern.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Hummels Brauhaus
- Pizza Hut
- ALEX
- Subway
Hotel
- Hotel Stadtfeld
- ArtHOTEL Magdeburg
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