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Kulturhistorisches Museum Magdeburg
Major history museum on Otto the Great, the Holy Roman Empire, and regional archaeology. Essential for understanding Magdeburg's past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Magdeburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Magdeburg will cost around Kč 2,070 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč 701.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Magdeburg without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Hamburg to Magdeburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč 441 but you can travel from only Kč 311 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč 441 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Magdeburg.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Magdeburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 1:30 PM Magdeburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 · 16931 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h46 | 11:15 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 507 · ICE 940 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h24 | 11:58 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 · IC 2443 | On time 9:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 2h54 | 12:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 707 · S1 | On time 9:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h54 | 12:45 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 · 16935 | On time 10:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h46 | 1:15 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 509 · ICE 848 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h24 | 1:58 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · IC 2441 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h06 | 2:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1205 · S1 | On time 11:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h54 | 2:45 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 7 · 16939 | On time 12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h46 | 3:15 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 601 · ICE 846 | On time 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h24 | 3:58 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589 · IC 2049 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h06 | 4:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 801 · S1 | On time 1:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h54 | 4:45 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75 · 16943 | On time 2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h46 | 5:15 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 603 · ICE 844 | On time 2:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h24 | 5:58 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 681 · IC 2047 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h06 | 6:07 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 145 · S1 | On time 3:02 PM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 2h43 | 5:45 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 803 · S1 | On time 3:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h54 | 6:45 PM Magdeburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Magdeburg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Magdeburg-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Magdeburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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-Buckau is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Buckau 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: Roter Stern, ZAZA Bingöl Grill, Vocelli Esskultur, City Tele Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
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