How to travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg

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Compare bus and train for Bielefeld to Magdeburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bielefeld to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $61.

Distance: 131 miles (212 km)

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$61

Average price

$31

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Cheapest

$46

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3h 23m

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Fastest

2h 53m

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30m

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9h 55m

Average total duration

9h 25m

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30m

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2h 56m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is a bus with an average price of $31.

This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Magdeburg:

A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Magdeburg costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bielefeld and Magdeburg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bielefeld to Magdeburg among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $31 compared to roughly $46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15. The journey takes 9h 25m versus 2h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bielefeld to Magdeburg

How to get from Bielefeld to Magdeburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    5:40 PM6h40
    Bielefeld
    12:20 AMMagdeburg
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    5:40 PM6h40
    Bielefeld
    12:20 AMMagdeburg
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:40 PM6h40
    Bielefeld
    12:20 AMMagdeburg
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:42 PM6h43
    Bielefeld
    8:25 PMMagdeburg
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:40 PM6h40
    Bielefeld
    11:20 PMMagdeburg
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg

Travel to Magdeburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bielefeld to Magdeburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bielefeld and Magdeburg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is a bus with an average price of $31.

This is compared to other travel options from Bielefeld to Magdeburg:

A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bielefeld to Magdeburg costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 55m.

The distance from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is approximately 131 miles (212 km).
The average frequency per day from Bielefeld to Magdeburg is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bielefeld and Magdeburg as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bielefeld to Magdeburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bielefeld Hbf and arrive in Magdeburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bielefeld, Bahnhof Brackwede and arrive in Magdeburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bielefeld to Magdeburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Magdeburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Magdeburg by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bielefeld to Magdeburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Leipzig, Paris, Prague, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Magdeburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Magdeburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore the main attractions and enjoy the cultural offerings in Magdeburg, spending about two to three days is generally sufficient.

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