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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Magdeburg to Frankfurt
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg to Frankfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Frankfurt will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
It's difficult to get from Magdeburg to Frankfurt without transferring at least once.
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7:01 AM3h43Magdeburg10:44 AMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer- 9:02 AM3h42Magdeburg12:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 11:01 AM3h43Magdeburg2:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 1:01 PM3h43Magdeburg4:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 3:01 PM3h43Magdeburg6:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 5:05 PM3h39Magdeburg8:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 9:02 AM3h42Magdeburg12:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 7:01 AM3h43Magdeburg10:44 AMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 11:01 AM3h43Magdeburg2:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
- 1:01 PM3h43Magdeburg4:44 PMFrankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof$1071One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Magdeburg to Frankfurt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Frankfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $94.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Magdeburg to Frankfurt:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Frankfurt costing on average $105 (€84).
Other travel options to Frankfurt take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 16m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (3h 47m by train vs 4h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $105 (€84) compared to roughly $76 (€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
Magdeburg to Frankfurt train times
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Frankfurt trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:01 AM Magdeburg | 3h43 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 9:02 AM Magdeburg | 3h42 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 11:01 AM Magdeburg | 3h43 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 1:01 PM Magdeburg | 3h43 | 4:44 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 3:01 PM Magdeburg | 3h43 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Magdeburg to Frankfurt
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Trains from Magdeburg to Frankfurt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€75) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€75) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 7:01 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Magdeburg to Frankfurt trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Magdeburg and Frankfurt from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Magdeburg to Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Magdeburg to Frankfurt 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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