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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 5 trains that leave Berlin for Magdeburg on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
ICE 1702 · 169297372273726ICE 797 · 16931ICE 1005 · IC 2430ICE 1702 · 16929ICE 797 · 169317372273726ICE 1005 · IC 2430
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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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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Magdeburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Magdeburg trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1700 · 16933 | On time 9:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h37 | 11:15 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 73722 | 7:01 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h04 | 9:05 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1702 · 16929 | 7:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h48 | 9:15 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1005 · IC 2430 | 7:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h18 | 9:54 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 797 · 16931 | 8:20 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h55 | 10:15 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Berlin to Magdeburg
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Trains from Berlin to Magdeburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ODEG from Berlin to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ODEG trains will get you between Berlin and Magdeburg from €9. 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.
FlixTrain
ODEG
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.
When departing from Berlin, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Berlin Hbf, Berlin Alexanderplatz, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Südkreuz station, Berlin-Friedrichstraße and Berlin Zoologischer Garten. When arriving in Magdeburg, you can end your trip in train stations like Magdeburg Hbf and Magdeburg-Neustadt station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Magdeburg Hbf, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Magdeburg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Bingöl Grill
- Pizza Haus
- Drachenhaus
- Eiscafe San Marco
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Roter Stern
- ZAZA Bingöl Grill
- Vocelli Esskultur
- City Tele Cafe
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