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Compare train for Magdeburg to Chemnitz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Chemnitz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. 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 $37, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Magdeburg to Chemnitz
Compare the available ways to get from Magdeburg to Chemnitz, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Magdeburg to Chemnitz:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Chemnitz costing on average $46 (€39).
Other travel options to Chemnitz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around $46 (€39) compared to roughly $37 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$8 (-€7). The journey takes 2h 35m versus 2h 28m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Magdeburg to Chemnitz
How to get from Magdeburg to Chemnitz by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Magdeburg to Chemnitz is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:10 AM 7h55 Magdeburg 3:05 PM Chemnitz $25 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
7:10 AM 7h55 Magdeburg 3:05 PM Chemnitz $25 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
2:45 AM 7h05 Magdeburg 9:50 AM Chemnitz $29 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
12:05 PM 10h00 Magdeburg 10:05 PM Chemnitz $29 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Magdeburg to Chemnitz:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Chemnitz costing on average $46 (€39).
Other travel options to Chemnitz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Magdeburg and Chemnitz as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Magdeburg Hbf and arrive in Chemnitz Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Magdeburg, ZOB and arrive in Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Chemnitz by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Chemnitz by train.
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