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Alte Pinakothek
One of Europe’s great old master galleries, with major works from the 14th to 18th centuries by Dürer, Rubens, Raphael, and others.






Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
4h 12m
Average duration
4h 35m
Trains per day
6
Distance
76 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$116 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Magdeburg to Munich:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Munich costing on average $116 (€95).
A bus is $147 (€121) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Magdeburg to Munich costing on average $195 (€161).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
Bus takes on average 6h 48m.
You'll arrive about 1h 42m sooner (4h 1m by train vs 5h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $116 (€95) compared to roughly $95 (€78) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Munich trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2235 · ICE 1507 | Delayed 9:14 AM 11:04 AMMagdeburg Hbf | 4h39 | 3:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2037 · ICE 1509 | Delayed 11:09 AM 1:04 PMMagdeburg Hbf | 4h39 | 5:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2441 · ICE 1101 | On time 2:01 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h42 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2039 · ICE 1601 | On time 3:04 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h39 | 7:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2049 · ICE 801 | On time 4:01 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h41 | 8:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2049 · ICE 801 · ICE 723 | On time 4:01 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h12 | 8:13 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
IC 2033 · ICE 1505 | On time 9:04 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h39 | 1:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2445 · ICE 1007 | On time 10:01 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 4h45 | 2:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16317 · ICE 1507 | On time 10:35 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 5h08 | 3:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Magdeburg to Munich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Munich Hbf, Munich -> Marienplatz, Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Magdeburg to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Magdeburg to Munich trains use the Magdeburg Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Magdeburg and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-Neustadt is 3 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Neustadt 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 options include: Bingöl Grill, Pizza Haus, Drachenhaus, Eiscafe San Marco
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Neustadt.
Magdeburg Sudenburg is 2 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Zum Altmärker, Asia-Bistro, Tuba Grill, Orient Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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