The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
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 £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
To travel from Munich to Magdeburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 800 · IC 2036
ICE 1694 · IC 2440
ICE 630 · ICE 1694 · IC 2440
ICE 882 · ICE 692 · IC 2441
ICE 880 · ICE 690 · IC 2049
ICE 630 · ICE 1694 · IC 2440
ICE 1694 · IC 2440
ICE 800 · IC 2036
ICE 880 · ICE 690 · IC 2049
ICE 882 · ICE 692 · IC 2441Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Munich to Magdeburg
Omio 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 £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 443 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£103 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m 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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Live departures
Munich to Magdeburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Magdeburg trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 882 · ICE 692 · IC 2441 | On time 07:17 Munich Hbf | 5h37 | 12:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1694 · IC 2440 | On time 08:14 Munich Hbf | 4h43 | 12:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 630 · ICE 1694 · IC 2440 | On time 08:17 Munich Hbf | 4h40 | 12:57 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 800 · IC 2036 | On time 08:54 Munich Hbf | 5h00 | 13:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 880 · ICE 690 · IC 2049 | On time 09:20 Munich Hbf | 5h34 | 14:54 Magdeburg Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Magdeburg
Trains from Munich to Magdeburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 443 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 443 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Munich and Magdeburg from £24. 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: Munich to Magdeburg train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Magdeburg
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
- 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
- Bingöl Grill
- Pizza Haus
- Drachenhaus
- Eiscafe San Marco
- Restaurant Zur Fähre
- Alte Schule
- Pizzahaus Westerhüsen
- Eismarco
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