- 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.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€169
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€203
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 19
11
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Magdeburg will cost around €203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €169.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Magdeburg without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, while a flight costs an average of €706.
Distance: 303 miles (489 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€140 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €706 Average price | €104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Rotterdam to Magdeburg:
A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Magdeburg costing on average €140.
A bus is €649 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Magdeburg costing on average €706.
Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 47m.
Bus takes on average 8h 44m.
Tickets start at around €140 compared to roughly €104 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-36.35. The journey takes 6h 47m versus 5h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Magdeburg trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 AM Rotterdam | 8h04 | 3:54 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Rotterdam | 6h19 | 2:54 PM Magdeburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Magdeburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (489 km) distance in 5h 44m.
Distance 303 miles (489 km) |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 44m |
First train 12:58 AM |
Last train 11:14 PM |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Magdeburg trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
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-Eichenweiler is 5 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler 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: Zoo-Bistro, Marmaris Grill, Kaiser Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Eichenweiler.
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