The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€99
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€99
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
It's difficult to get from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
7:07 AM5h50Aachen Hbf12:57 PMMagdeburg Hbf€991One-way1 transfer
9:06 AM5h51Aachen Hbf2:57 PMMagdeburg Hbf€991One-way1 transfer
7:07 AM5h50Aachen Hbf12:57 PMMagdeburg Hbf€991One-way1 transfer
9:06 AM5h51Aachen Hbf2:57 PMMagdeburg Hbf€991One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €462.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest | €462 Average price | €75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf:
A bus is €54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf costing on average €110.
A bus is €406 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf costing on average €462.
Other travel options to Magdeburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 49m.
Bus takes on average 9h 6m.
Tickets start at around €110 compared to roughly €75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-35.48. The journey takes 5h 49m versus 5h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 6h03 | 2:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf
Trains from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:07, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 7:07 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Aachen Hbf and Magdeburg Hbf from €28. 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: Trains from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf
Most Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf trains use the Aachen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Aachen Hbf and Magdeburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Aachen Hbf from Aachen city centre
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf train station facilities and services
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Getting to Magdeburg Hbf from Magdeburg city centre
Magdeburg Hbf is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Magdeburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hummels Brauhaus, Pizza Hut, ALEX, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadtfeld, ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
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