How to travel from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg

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Compare train and bus for Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, while a train costs an average of $159.

Distance: 323 miles (520 km)

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$159

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$76

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$114

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7h 42m

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7h 12m

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11h 20m

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7h 9m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg

Compare the available ways to get from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg is a bus with an average price of $76.

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

A bus is $84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg costing on average $159.

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg is by train with an average journey time of 7h 42m.

Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Friedrichshafen and Magdeburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $159 compared to roughly $114 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$45. The journey takes 7h 12m versus 7h 9m 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.

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from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    3 transfers

Other options

  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    3 transfers
  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    3 transfers
  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Friedrichshafen 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 Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Friedrichshafen and Magdeburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg is a bus with an average price of $76.

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

A bus is $84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg costing on average $159.

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg is by train with an average journey time of 7h 42m.

Other travel options to Magdeburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

The distance from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg is approximately 323 miles (520 km).
The average frequency per day from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Friedrichshafen Stadt and arrive in Magdeburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof and arrive in Magdeburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Friedrichshafen 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 Friedrichshafen to Magdeburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Prague, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin Brandenburg Airport. 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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