The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Magdeburg will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 3 buses that leave Berlin for Magdeburg on Fri, Dec 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 train and bus for Berlin to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. 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 bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 129 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Magdeburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Magdeburg buses for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:35 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 5:55 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1h55 | 5:55 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1h45 | 9:25 AM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 12:10 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1h50 | 12:10 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1h45 | 9:40 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 11:35 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1h55 | 11:35 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
![]() | 2:35 AM Berlin | 2h30 | 5:05 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Magdeburg
Buses from Berlin to Magdeburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 129 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to MagdeburgYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Magdeburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Magdeburg by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Magdeburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof, which is located around 6.9 miles (11.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Magdeburg, ZOB, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Magdeburg
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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