The cheapest and fastest trains from Magdeburg to Berlin
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Berlin will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
It's difficult to get from Magdeburg to Berlin without transferring at least once.
IC 2447 · ICE 1604
16109 · 16169 · ICE 696
IC 2044 · ICE 996
16109 · 3714
IC 2447 · ICE 1604
16109 · 16169 · ICE 696
IC 2044 · ICE 996
16109 · 3714Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Magdeburg to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Magdeburg to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Berlin trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2033 · ICE 1102 | Delayed 8:19 AM 8:04 AMMagdeburg Hbf | 2h19 | 10:26 AM 10:26 AMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
IC 2447 · ICE 1604 | On time 7:01 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 2h22 | 9:23 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2044 · ICE 996 | On time 7:03 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 2h35 | 9:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16109 · 16169 · ICE 696 | On time 7:06 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 2h24 | 9:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
16109 · 3714 | 7:06 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 2h38 | 9:44 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Magdeburg to Berlin
Trains from Magdeburg to Berlin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ODEG from Magdeburg to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, ODEG trains will get you between Magdeburg and Berlin from €8. 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.
ODEG
FAQs: Trains from Magdeburg to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Magdeburg to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Magdeburg, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Magdeburg Hbf and Magdeburg-Neustadt station. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your trip in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Alexanderplatz, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Zoologischer Garten, Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station and Ostkreuz.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Magdeburg Hbf, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Magdeburg to Berlin
- 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
- Roter Stern
- ZAZA Bingöl Grill
- Vocelli Esskultur
- City Tele Cafe
- 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.
- 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
- 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
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