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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
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Magdeburg will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hanover for Magdeburg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
IC 2037
IC 2441
IC 2035
IC 2443
IC 2445
IC 2441
IC 2443
IC 2445
IC 2035
IC 2037Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 132 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Magdeburg trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 2443 | On time 10:37 Hanover Hbf | 1h17 | 11:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2037 | Delayed 9:42 11:36Hanover Hbf | 1h21 | 11:01 11:01Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2441 | On time 12:37 Hanover Hbf | 1h17 | 13:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
IC 2445 | On time 8:37 Hanover Hbf | 1h17 | 9:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2035 | On time 9:36 Hanover Hbf | 1h21 | 10:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hanover to Magdeburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 Hanover 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 Hanover to Magdeburg trains use the Hannover Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Buckau. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof 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: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB is 1 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover, Hauptbahnhof / ZOB.
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-Buckau is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Buckau 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: Roter Stern, ZAZA Bingöl Grill, Vocelli Esskultur, City Tele Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Magdeburg Südost is 6 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Südost 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: Restaurant Zur Fähre, Alte Schule, Pizzahaus Westerhüsen, Eismarco
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Südost. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Südost.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Südost. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Südost.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Südost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Südost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Südost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Südost.
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