- 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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Magdeburg will cost around DKK 219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 157.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 8 trains from Hanover to Magdeburg, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.

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Trains from Hanover to Magdeburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 56 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 17m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hanover to Magdeburg.
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Magdeburg trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 841 | On time 6:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h30 | 8:00 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
16413+ 95773 | 6:55 AM Hanover Hbf | 2h33 | 9:28 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2445 | On time 8:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h30 | 10:07 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 553 | On time 9:22 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h32 | 10:54 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 543 · 16417 | On time 9:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h57 | 11:28 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2443 | On time 10:37 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h30 | 12:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 555 | On time 11:22 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h32 | 12:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 545 · 16421 | On time 11:31 AM Hanover Hbf | 1h57 | 1:28 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2441 | On time 12:37 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h30 | 2:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 557 | On time 1:22 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h32 | 2:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 547 · 16425 | On time 1:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h57 | 3:28 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2049 | On time 2:37 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h30 | 4:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 559 | On time 3:22 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h32 | 4:54 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 549 · 16429 | On time 3:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h57 | 5:28 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2047 | On time 4:37 PM Hanover Hbf | 1h30 | 6:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hanover to Magdeburg with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, and Regional. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and Regional. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Magdeburg.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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 Hanover to Magdeburg trains use the Hannover Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Rothensee. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
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-Rothensee is 7 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Rothensee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Rothensee. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Rothensee.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Rothensee. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Rothensee.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Rothensee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Rothensee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Rothensee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Rothensee.
Check train stations information for Hanover and Magdeburg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.