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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Magdeburg
Showing times and prices for 15 Apr
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
195 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Magdeburg will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Fast trains
To travel from Hamburg to Magdeburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 2531 · 1693711:472h28Hamburg Hbf14:15Magdeburg Hbf£651One-way1 change- ICE 1903 · S18:522h53Hamburg Hbf11:45Magdeburg Hbf£651One-way1 change
- ICE 1905 · S110:522h53Hamburg Hbf13:45Magdeburg Hbf£691One-way1 change
- ICE 2529 · 169339:492h26Hamburg Hbf12:15Magdeburg Hbf£691One-way1 change
- ICE 789 · ICE 547 · 8029712:013h25Hamburg Hbf15:26Magdeburg Hbf£771One-way2 changes
- ICE 2529 · 169339:492h26Hamburg Hbf12:15Magdeburg Hbf£691One-way1 change
- ICE 2531 · 1693711:472h28Hamburg Hbf14:15Magdeburg Hbf£651One-way1 change
- ICE 1903 · S18:522h53Hamburg Hbf11:45Magdeburg Hbf£651One-way1 change
- ICE 1905 · S110:522h53Hamburg Hbf13:45Magdeburg Hbf£691One-way1 change
- ICE 789 · ICE 547 · 8029712:013h25Hamburg Hbf15:26Magdeburg Hbf£771One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hamburg to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 195 km
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3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Magdeburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Magdeburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| ICE 1903 · S1 | On time 6:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 9:45 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2529 · 16933 | On time 7:49 Hamburg Hbf | 2h26 | 10:15 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1905 · S1 | On time 8:52 Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 11:45 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 2531 · 16937 | On time 9:47 Hamburg Hbf | 2h28 | 12:15 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 789 · ICE 547 · 80297 | On time 10:01 Hamburg Hbf | 3h25 | 13:26 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Magdeburg
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Trains from Hamburg to Magdeburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 2h 26m.
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 £12
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
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 £12
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Hamburg to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Hamburg and Magdeburg from £12. 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 26m
Cheapest Price
£14
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.
Quiet zone
metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
metronom frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hamburg to Magdeburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Magdeburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Hamburg to Magdeburg covers a distance of 195 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg to Magdeburg is 195 km.
The first train from Hamburg to Magdeburg leaves at 0:33.
The last train from Hamburg to Magdeburg departs at 23:49.
Trains from Hamburg to Magdeburg run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamburg and Magdeburg. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To get from Hamburg to Magdeburg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Magdeburg.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Magdeburg is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Magdeburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Magdeburg is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Magdeburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamburg to Magdeburg offers a mix of scenic views, including glimpses of the Elbe River, lush countryside, and quaint villages, providing a pleasant travel experience.
A day trip from Hamburg to Magdeburg is not feasible, as the travel duration is 2h 26m. However, there are 9 train departures per day for this journey, covering a distance of 195 km.
Two to three days are usually sufficient to explore Magdeburg's main attractions, such as the Magdeburg Cathedral, the Green Citadel, and the Jahrtausendturm.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Magdeburg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Magdeburg
Hamburg
Magdeburg
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your trip from Hamburg 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
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 Hamburg.
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
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Bingöl Grill
- Pizza Haus
- Drachenhaus
- Eiscafe San Marco
Magdeburg-Buckau
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Roter Stern
- ZAZA Bingöl Grill
- Vocelli Esskultur
- City Tele Cafe
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