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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 on Sep 18
€48
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€63
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 18
14
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport to Magdeburg will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 625 · ICE 838 · IC 2234
ICE 992 · IC 2441
S9 · ICE 374 · IC 2039
S9 · S6 · ICE 798 · IC 2049
4259 · ICE 838 · IC 2234
ICE 992 · IC 2441
29247 · ICE 376 · IC 2037
ICE 798 · IC 2049+
24327
S9 · S6 · ICE 798 · IC 2049
ICE 376 · IC 2037+
24319Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, while a flight costs an average of €176.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €176 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg:
A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg costing on average €92.
A bus is €135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg costing on average €176.
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 14m.
Bus takes on average 9h 14m.
Tickets start at around €92 compared to roughly €61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-31.04. The journey takes 4h 14m versus 3h 51m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29505 · ICE 932 · IC 2038 | On time 8:36 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h19 | 12:55 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 527 · ICE 932 · IC 2038 | On time 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h14 | 12:55 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 376 · IC 2037+ 24319 | Delayed 7:30 AM 8:46 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h11 | 12:57 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
29247 · ICE 376 · IC 2037 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h07 | 12:57 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 992 · IC 2441 | On time 10:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h45 | 1:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4257 · ICE 930 · IC 2036 | On time 10:36 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h18 | 2:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 930 · IC 2036 | On time 10:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 2:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 374 · IC 2039 | On time 10:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h12 | 2:57 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374 · IC 2039+ 24325 | Delayed 9:30 AM 10:46 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h11 | 2:57 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1559 · IC 2442 | On time 11:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h55 | 3:57 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · S6 · ICE 798 · IC 2049 | On time 11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h09 | 3:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 798 · IC 2049+ 24327 | Delayed 10:20 AM 11:46 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h08 | 3:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4259 · ICE 838 · IC 2234 | On time 12:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h17 | 4:53 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 625 · ICE 838 · IC 2234 | On time 12:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h12 | 4:53 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:41, the last at 08:41. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 7:41 AM |
Last train 8:41 AM |
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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 Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Magdeburg trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Buckau. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-Neustadt is 3 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Neustadt 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: Bingöl Grill, Pizza Haus, Drachenhaus, Eiscafe San Marco
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
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