1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£99
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£123
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 55 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
To travel from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf you need to make at least one change.
ICE 11 · ICE 555 · IC 2037
ICE 11 · IC 2441
ICE 13 · ICE 557 · IC 2039
ICE 13 · IC 2049
ICE 15 · ICE 559 · IC 2431
ICE 13 · ICE 557 · IC 2039
ICE 15 · ICE 559 · IC 2431
ICE 11 · ICE 555 · IC 2037
ICE 13 · IC 2049
ICE 15 · IC 2047Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a flight costs an average of £339.
Distance: 525 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £339 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf costing on average £88.
A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf costing on average £339.
Other travel options to Magdeburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 53m.
Coach takes on average 12h 57m.
The journey is about 18m faster (6h 53m by train vs 7h 11m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£88 vs £90). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:25 Brussels-Midi | 7h37 | 4:02 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
IC 522 · R 18909 · 26407 · ICE 855 | On time 0:20 Brussels-Midi | 11h34 | 11:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 11 · ICE 555 · IC 2037 | On time 6:23 Brussels-Midi | 6h34 | 12:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 11 · IC 2441 | On time 6:23 Brussels-Midi | 7h31 | 13:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 13 · ICE 557 · IC 2039 | On time 8:25 Brussels-Midi | 6h32 | 14:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 13 · IC 2049 | On time 8:25 Brussels-Midi | 7h29 | 15:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 15 · ICE 559 · IC 2431 | On time 10:25 Brussels-Midi | 6h32 | 16:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 15 · IC 2047 | On time 10:25 Brussels-Midi | 7h29 | 17:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 08:25. The fastest train covers the 525 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 525 km |
Average train duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 8:25 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Magdeburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Midi and Magdeburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi 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: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
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.