The cheapest and fastest trains from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least once.
IC 2434 · ICE 5756:38 AM4h36Magdeburg Hbf11:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$271One-way1 transfer
IC 2449 · ICE 16546:00 AM4h37Magdeburg Hbf10:37 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$361One-way1 transfer
IC 2031 · ICE 25857:28 AM4h16Magdeburg Hbf11:44 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$361One-way1 transfer
16400 · ICE 2774:33 AM4h11Magdeburg Hbf8:44 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$401One-way1 transfer
IC 2432 · ICE 5778:40 AM4h34Magdeburg Hbf1:14 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$431One-way1 transfer
IC 2235 · ICE 83911:04 AM3h52Magdeburg Hbf2:56 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$431One-way1 transfer
16408 · ICE 3718:33 AM4h11Magdeburg Hbf12:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$671One-way1 transfer
16412 · ICE 37310:33 AM4h11Magdeburg Hbf2:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$571One-way1 transfer
16416 · ICE 37512:33 PM4h11Magdeburg Hbf4:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$571One-way1 transfer
16420 · ICE 3772:33 PM4h11Magdeburg Hbf6:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$671One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $81 (€65).
A bus is $94 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $141 (€114).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (3h 44m by train vs 4h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $77 (€62) 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
Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16400 · ICE 277 | On time 4:33 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h11 | 8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16922 · ICE 71 | On time 4:45 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 5h29 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16305 · ICE 1501 · ICE 593 | On time 4:58 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h46 | 9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
80342 · ICE 946 · ICE 1071 | On time 5:31 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h25 | 9:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2449 · ICE 1654 | On time 6:00 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h37 | 10:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16404 · ICE 279 | On time 6:33 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h11 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16309 · ICE 9590 | 6:35 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h21 | 10:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2434 · ICE 575 | Delayed 4:39 AM 6:38 AMMagdeburg Hbf | 4h36 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2031 · ICE 2585 | On time 7:28 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h16 | 11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2447 · ICE 1652 | On time 8:01 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h36 | 12:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16408 · ICE 371 | On time 8:33 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h11 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16313 · ICE 837 | On time 8:35 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h21 | 12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2432 · ICE 577 | On time 8:39 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h35 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2432 · ICE 577 | On time 8:40 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h34 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2033 · ICE 2587 | On time 9:29 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h15 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2445 · ICE 1650 | On time 10:01 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h36 | 2:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16412 · ICE 373 | On time 10:33 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h11 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2235 · ICE 839 | On time 11:04 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 3h52 | 2:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2443 · ICE 1558 | On time 12:01 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h36 | 4:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16416 · ICE 375 | On time 12:33 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h11 | 4:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16321 · ICE 931 | 12:35 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h21 | 4:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2038 · ICE 771 | On time 12:39 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h35 | 5:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2037 · ICE 2591 | On time 1:28 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h16 | 5:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2441 · ICE 1556 | On time 2:01 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h36 | 6:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16420 · ICE 377 | On time 2:33 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h11 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16325 · ICE 933 | On time 2:35 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h21 | 6:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2036 · ICE 773 | Delayed 12:40 PM 2:38 PMMagdeburg Hbf | 4h36 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Trains from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Magdeburg Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from $23 (€19). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Most Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Magdeburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Magdeburg Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
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