The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
8 h 37 m
Average duration
8 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 4 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Magdeburg on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 8 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 37 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 9 h 4 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.
11:38 AM8h47Düsseldorf8:25 PMMagdeburg$351One-way0 transfers
10:38 AM8h47Düsseldorf7:25 PMMagdeburg$381One-way0 transfers
7:38 AM8h37Düsseldorf4:15 PMMagdeburg$411One-way0 transfers
11:21 AM9h04Düsseldorf8:25 PMMagdeburg$451One-way0 transfers
7:38 AM8h37Düsseldorf4:15 PMMagdeburg$411One-way0 transfers
11:38 AM8h47Düsseldorf8:25 PMMagdeburg$351One-way0 transfers
10:38 AM8h47Düsseldorf7:25 PMMagdeburg$381One-way0 transfers
11:21 AM9h04Düsseldorf8:25 PMMagdeburg$451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf 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 1h 23m. 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 $67.
Distance: 216 miles (349 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$52 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg 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 Düsseldorf to Magdeburg:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg costing on average $52 (€42).
A bus is $140 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg costing on average $181 (€148).
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 12m.
Bus takes on average 5h 51m.
The journey is about 30m faster (4h 12m by train vs 4h 42m by car) and roughly $25 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($52 (€42) vs $76 (€63)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Magdeburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Magdeburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:38 AM Düsseldorf | 8h37 | 4:15 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Düsseldorf | 8h47 | 7:25 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:21 AM Düsseldorf | 9h04 | 8:25 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:38 AM Düsseldorf | 8h47 | 8:25 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg
Trains from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Magdeburg from $29 (€23). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Magdeburg
Most Düsseldorf to Magdeburg trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg, ZOB. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Magdeburg leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Magdeburg station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
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.
Getting to Magdeburg, ZOB from Magdeburg city centre
Magdeburg, ZOB train station facilities and services
Magdeburg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Magdeburg, ZOB.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Magdeburg, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Magdeburg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Magdeburg, ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg, ZOB.
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