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Compare train and coach for Gütersloh to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gütersloh to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 224 km
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£38 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gütersloh to Magdeburg
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Trains from Gütersloh to Magdeburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 2h 45m.
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 £17
Distance 224 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 22:00 |
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 £17
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Gütersloh to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Gütersloh and Magdeburg from £17. 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
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£33
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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.
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FAQs: Gütersloh to Magdeburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gütersloh 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 Gütersloh to Magdeburg is moderately scenic, featuring views of the picturesque Teutoburg Forest and passing through charming German countryside, including small towns and agricultural landscapes.
A day trip from Gütersloh to Magdeburg is not feasible due to the journey duration of 2h 45m. However, there are 3 train trips available per day for this route.
The train distance from Gütersloh to Magdeburg is 224 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gütersloh and Magdeburg. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The train journey from Gütersloh to Magdeburg covers a distance of 224 km and takes approximately 2h 45m. Trains run 3 per day.
To get from Gütersloh to Magdeburg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Gütersloh to Magdeburg leaves at 4:17.
The last train from Gütersloh to Magdeburg departs at 22:00.
Trains from Gütersloh to Magdeburg run approximately 3 times per day.
There is no night train service from Gütersloh to Magdeburg.
Booking trains from Gütersloh to Magdeburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Gütersloh to Magdeburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The cheapest way to get from Gütersloh to Magdeburg is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The train station in Gütersloh that goes to Magdeburg is Gütersloh Hbf, and it arrives at Magdeburg Hbf.
Yes, you can take the train from Gütersloh to Magdeburg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gütersloh and Magdeburg
Gütersloh
Magdeburg
The major train station for departures in Gütersloh is Gütersloh Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gütersloh Hbf for your trip from Gütersloh to Magdeburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:30 13:00 - 12:00 18:30
- Tuesday: 06:30 13:00 - 12:00 18:30
- Wednesday: 06:30 13:00 - 12:00 18:30
- Thursday: 06:30 13:00 - 12:00 18:30
- Friday: 06:30 13:00 - 12:00 18:30
Dining
- Miner's Coffee
- Rucola
- Cafebackhaus
- Ranya's Chicken
Hotel
- Stadt Gütersloh
- Holiday Inn Express
- Limehome
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 Gütersloh.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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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