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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
£57
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Magdeburg will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
To travel from Munich to Magdeburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1508 · IC 2234
ICE 1600 · IC 2036
ICE 1008 · IC 2442
ICE 508 · IC 2442
ICE 1100 · IC 2440
ICE 1600 · IC 2036
ICE 1508 · IC 2234
ICE 1602 · IC 2038
ICE 1100 · IC 2440
ICE 1008 · IC 2442Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 443 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£85 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Magdeburg trains for today, Monday 10 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 1604 · IC 2430 | On time 6:19 Munich Hbf | 4h36 | 10:55 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1102 · IC 2048 | On time 7:17 Munich Hbf | 4h40 | 11:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1602 · IC 2038 | On time 8:21 Munich Hbf | 4h34 | 12:55 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1100 · IC 2440 | On time 9:19 Munich Hbf | 4h38 | 13:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1600 · IC 2036 | On time 10:22 Munich Hbf | 4h32 | 14:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 508 · IC 2442 | On time 10:39 Munich Hbf | 5h18 | 15:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1008 · IC 2442 | On time 11:18 Munich Hbf | 4h39 | 15:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1508 · IC 2234 | On time 12:21 Munich Hbf | 4h32 | 16:53 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Munich to Magdeburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 443 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 443 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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 Munich 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 Munich to Magdeburg trains use the München Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Salbke. Use this guide to compare Munich and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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-Salbke is 4 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Salbke 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: Alte Schule
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Salbke. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Salbke.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Salbke. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Salbke.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Salbke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Salbke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Salbke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Salbke.
Magdeburg-Neustadt is 3 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Neustadt 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: Bingöl Grill, Pizza Haus, Drachenhaus, Eiscafe San Marco
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
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