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Compare train, bus, and flight for Heilbronn to Magdeburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Heilbronn to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $557.
Distance: 231 miles (372 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$116 Average price | $557 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heilbronn to Magdeburg:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Magdeburg costing on average $116 (€95).
A bus is $511 (€418) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Magdeburg costing on average $557 (€456).
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (5h 6m by train vs 5h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $116 (€95) compared to roughly $83 (€68) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Heilbronn to Magdeburg by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heilbronn to Magdeburg
Trains from Heilbronn to Magdeburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (372 km) distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 231 miles (372 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 1:11 AM |
Last train 5:07 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH from Heilbronn to Magdeburg trainsArverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH trains will get you between Heilbronn and Magdeburg from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Heilbronn to Magdeburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heilbronn 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heilbronn to Magdeburg
Most Heilbronn to Magdeburg trains use the Heilbronn Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Use this guide to compare Heilbronn and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heilbronn station do trains to Magdeburg leave from?
Getting to Heilbronn Hbf from Heilbronn city centre
Heilbronn Hbf train station facilities and services
Heilbronn 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 and drink
Food options include: YEDO Heilbronn, Mythos, Vinum, Ratskeller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heilbronn Hbf. ATMs are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heilbronn Hbf. Information desks are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heilbronn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heilbronn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heilbronn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Hotel Central, Hotel TraumRaum, Insel-Hotel.
Getting to Heilbronn Kaufland from Heilbronn city centre
Heilbronn Kaufland is 3 km from Heilbronn city centre. Public transport options include:
Heilbronn Kaufland train station facilities and services
Heilbronn Kaufland has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heilbronn Kaufland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Heilbronn Kaufland.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heilbronn Kaufland: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heilbronn Kaufland: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Kaufland.
Getting to Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz from Heilbronn city centre
Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz train station facilities and services
Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz.
Which Magdeburg station do trains from Heilbronn arrive at?
Getting to Magdeburg Hbf from Magdeburg city centre
Magdeburg Hbf is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Hummels Brauhaus, Pizza Hut, ALEX, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadtfeld, ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
Getting to Magdeburg Sudenburg from Magdeburg city centre
Magdeburg Sudenburg is 2 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Sudenburg train station facilities and services
Magdeburg Sudenburg 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 and drink
Food options include: Zum Altmärker, Asia-Bistro, Tuba Grill, Orient Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
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