The cheapest and fastest trains from Magdeburg to Aachen
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg to Aachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Aachen will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Magdeburg for Aachen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 412 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 3 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Magdeburg to Aachen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £381.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £393 Average Price |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Magdeburg to Aachen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:04 Magdeburg | 6h03 | 12:07 Aachen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:01 Magdeburg | 5h35 | 14:36 Aachen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Magdeburg to Aachen
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 00:37 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Magdeburg to Aachen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Magdeburg and Aachen from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Magdeburg to Aachen train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Magdeburg and Aachen
- 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
- Hummels Brauhaus
- Pizza Hut
- ALEX
- Subway
- Hotel Stadtfeld
- ArtHOTEL Magdeburg
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- McDonald's
- Louisiana
- Dakashi sushi
- Zitalia
- Bestprice Hotel
- Chico Mendes
- Pizzeria Pont Pascha
- Vielharmonie
- Polonia
- Eiscafé am Elsassplatz
- Kennedy Grill
- Közde Kebap
- Imbiss & Kneipe
- Zeppelin Eck
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