The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Magdeburg
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Magdeburg will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Göttingen for Magdeburg on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Göttingen to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€37 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Göttingen to Magdeburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Magdeburg trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:06 AM Göttingen | 1h52 | 6:58 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Göttingen | 1h51 | 10:57 AM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Göttingen to Magdeburg by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Magdeburg
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 01:44 |
Last train 23:22 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Göttingen to Magdeburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Göttingen and Magdeburg from $14 (€11). 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.
FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Magdeburg

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Göttingen to Magdeburg
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Mannamia
- Europic
- Efes Döner
- Bratwurst Glöckle
- Kasseler Hof
- Hotel Schiffer
- B&B Hotel Göttingen-City
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hummels Brauhaus
- Pizza Hut
- ALEX
- Subway
- Hotel Stadtfeld
- ArtHOTEL Magdeburg
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