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Kulturhistorisches Museum Magdeburg
Major history museum on Otto the Great, the Holy Roman Empire, and regional archaeology. Essential for understanding Magdeburg's past.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg without transferring at least once.
80460 · 16314
80456 · 16310
80458 · IC 2046
80462 · IC 2048
80458 · IC 2046
80462 · IC 2048
80460 · 16314
80456 · 16310Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (48m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80456 · 16310 | 8:11 AM Dessau Hbf | 1h12 | 9:23 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80458 · IC 2046 | On time 9:02 AM Dessau Hbf | 0h55 | 9:57 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80460 · 16314 | 10:11 AM Dessau Hbf | 1h12 | 11:23 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80462 · IC 2048 | On time 11:02 AM Dessau Hbf | 0h55 | 11:57 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 4:11 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Magdeburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Magdeburg trip today.
Major history museum on Otto the Great, the Holy Roman Empire, and regional archaeology. Essential for understanding Magdeburg's past.
Leading museum on Romanesque art and medieval sculpture in a former monastery. A cultural highlight for architecture and art lovers.
Interactive science center focused on technology, experiments, and hands-on learning. Popular with families and visitors seeking a modern museum.
Hundertwasser's colorful mixed-use landmark with courtyards, towers, and shops. It is Magdeburg's most photographed modern architectural attraction.
Major leisure park with themed gardens, lake areas, and event spaces. It combines recreation, family attractions, and striking modern landscape design.
Waterway viewpoint at the famous canal bridge area north of the city. It is a standout place to see one of Germany's boldest engineering works.
A rustic potato soup from Saxony-Anhalt, often enriched with vegetables and sausage. It is a comforting regional staple in colder months.
Pan-fried potato cakes served with applesauce or savory sides. They are common across central Germany and popular in local home cooking and markets.
A hearty cabbage stew with potatoes and pork or sausage. This filling dish reflects the rural food traditions of the Magdeburg region.
Upscale restaurant known for refined German and seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting. Suitable for a special dinner in central Magdeburg.
Well-known restaurant for regional and German dishes with a historic feel. Popular for substantial meals and a classic local ambiance.
Traditional brewery venue serving German classics and house beer in a lively, rustic atmosphere. A solid choice for hearty local fare.
Magdeburg is cheaper than Munich or Hamburg. Hotels, dining, and local transit are generally moderate, with good value for budget travelers.
Tipping is customary but modest. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Magdeburg Hbf -> Alter Markt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dessau-Roßlau 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.

Most Dessau-Roßlau to Magdeburg trains use the Dessau Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Buckau. Use this guide to compare Dessau-Roßlau and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dessau 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 options include: Erstes Dessauer Kartoffelhaus, Ristorante Castello, Athos, Asado
Wi-Fi is available at Dessau Hbf. ATMs are available at Dessau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dessau Hbf. Information desks are available at Dessau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dessau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dessau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dessau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dessau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel.
Roßlau(Elbe) is 5 km from Dessau-Roßlau city centre. Public transport options include:
Roßlau(Elbe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gaststätte "Zur Biethe", Subway, Orig. - Thüringer Rostbratwurst, Magdeburger Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Roßlau(Elbe). ATMs are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Ticket office support is available at Roßlau(Elbe). Information desks are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Luggage storage is available at Roßlau(Elbe). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roßlau(Elbe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roßlau(Elbe): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Magdeburg Hbf is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Hummels Brauhaus, Pizza Hut, ALEX, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadtfeld, ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
Magdeburg-Buckau is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Buckau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Roter Stern, ZAZA Bingöl Grill, Vocelli Esskultur, City Tele Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Magdeburg Herrenkrug is 4 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Herrenkrug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Coffee-Cruiser, Café Frösi, Mensa Herrenkrug, Café Herrenkrug
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Herrenkrug.
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