- Must visit
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 on Sep 19
$24
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$45
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Magdeburg will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from Erfurt to Magdeburg without transferring at least once.
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ICE 934 · IC 2430
ICE 936 · IC 2238
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ICE 1104 · IC 2046Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt to Magdeburg:
A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Magdeburg costing on average $68.
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 9m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 2h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $68 compared to roughly $29 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 Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH.
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 Erfurt to Magdeburg trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Erfurt | 2h33 | 10:43 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Erfurt | 2h30 | 10:55 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Erfurt | 2h31 | 11:56 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
ICE 904 · IC 2434 | On time 3:20 AM Erfurt Hbf | 3h35 | 6:55 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 936 · IC 2238 | On time 7:10 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1h45 | 8:55 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 604 · 16112 | On time 7:25 AM Erfurt Hbf | 2h30 | 9:55 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1104 · IC 2046 | On time 7:46 AM Erfurt Hbf | 2h11 | 9:57 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 934 · IC 2430 | On time 9:10 AM Erfurt Hbf | 1h44 | 10:54 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 602 · 16116 | On time 9:25 AM Erfurt Hbf | 2h30 | 11:55 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Erfurt to Magdeburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
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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 Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Magdeburg trains use the Erfurt Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Buckau. Use this guide to compare Erfurt and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Erfurt 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: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
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.
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