The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 11 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 8 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Magdeburg on Sat, May 16, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 303 km distance in an average of 8 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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.
3:15 AM10h50Frankfurt am Main2:05 PMMagdeburg$341One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM11h15Frankfurt am Main4:00 AMMagdeburg$361One-way0 transfers
11:50 PM7h40Frankfurt am Main7:30 AMMagdeburg$411One-way0 transfers
11:40 AM8h45Frankfurt am Main8:25 PMMagdeburg$421One-way0 transfers
10:50 PM7h40Frankfurt am Main6:30 AMMagdeburg$431One-way0 transfers
11:50 PM7h40Frankfurt am Main7:30 AMMagdeburg$411One-way0 transfers
10:50 PM7h40Frankfurt am Main6:30 AMMagdeburg$431One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM8h25Frankfurt am Main8:25 PMMagdeburg$471One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM8h25Frankfurt am Main7:25 PMMagdeburg$501One-way0 transfers
11:40 AM8h45Frankfurt am Main8:25 PMMagdeburg$421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price | $190 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg costing on average $66 (€53).
A bus is $142 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg costing on average $190 (€154).
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 10m.
Bus takes on average 5h 57m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27 (€22). The journey takes 5h 57m versus 4h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 15h41 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg buses for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 AM Frankfurt am Main | 10h50 | 2:05 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Frankfurt am Main | 8h25 | 7:25 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Frankfurt am Main | 8h45 | 8:25 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Frankfurt am Main | 8h25 | 8:25 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Frankfurt am Main | 11h40 | 2:45 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines from Frankfurt am Main to MagdeburgYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Magdeburg
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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