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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt 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 to Magdeburg will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt to Magdeburg without transferring at least once.
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5:02 PM4h22Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof9:24 PMMagdeburg$931One-way1 transfer- 7:02 PM4h50Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof11:52 PMMagdeburg$931One-way1 transfer
- 7:15 PM4h42Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof11:57 PMMagdeburg$931One-way1 transfer
- 3:46 AM4h09Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof7:55 AMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
- 7:02 AM3h52Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof10:54 AMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
- 7:15 AM3h42Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof10:57 AMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
- 9:15 AM3h42Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof12:57 PMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
- 11:15 AM3h42Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof2:57 PMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
- 1:15 PM3h42Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof4:57 PMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
- 3:15 PM3h42Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof6:57 PMMagdeburg$1051One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Frankfurt to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $93.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt to Magdeburg:
A bus is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt to Magdeburg costing on average $106 (€88).
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (4h 15m by train vs 4h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $106 (€88) compared to roughly $73 (€61) 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.
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.
Live departures
Frankfurt to Magdeburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt to Magdeburg trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 9:54 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 7:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 10:54 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 7:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h42 | 10:57 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 7:46 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h08 | 11:54 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 9:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 12:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 9:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h42 | 12:57 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 10:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 1:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 11:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 2:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 11:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h42 | 2:57 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 11:46 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h08 | 3:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 1:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h51 | 4:53 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 1:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h42 | 4:57 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 2:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 5:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 3:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 6:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 3:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h42 | 6:57 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 3:46 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h08 | 7:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 5:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h22 | 9:24 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 5:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h42 | 8:57 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 6:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 3h52 | 9:54 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 7:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h50 | 11:52 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 7:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h42 | 11:57 PM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 9:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 7h18 | 4:33 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 11:35 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 7h22 | 6:57 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
| 3:46 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h09 | 7:55 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
| 4:41 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h16 | 8:57 AM Magdeburg | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt to Magdeburg
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Trains from Frankfurt to Magdeburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€77) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:37, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€77) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 3:37 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt and Magdeburg from $25 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt to Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt 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.
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