How to travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg

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Compare train and bus for Magdeburg to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. 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 $25, while a train costs an average of $53.

Distance: 121 miles (195 km)

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$53

Average price

$25

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Cheapest

$44

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3h 11m

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Fastest

2h 41m

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4h 28m

Average total duration

3h 58m

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3h 13m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Hamburg costing on average $53 (€43).

The fastest way to travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Magdeburg and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Magdeburg to Hamburg among Omio's users.

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from Magdeburg to Hamburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 AM4h55
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    12:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 AM4h55
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    12:15 PMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2048 · ICE 682
    12:04 PM2h53
    Magdeburg Hbf
    2:57 PMHamburg Hbf
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2432 · ICE 886
    9:02 AM2h55
    Magdeburg Hbf
    11:57 AMHamburg Hbf
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2430 · ICE 882
    11:01 AM2h56
    Magdeburg Hbf
    1:57 PMHamburg Hbf
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2046 · ICE 684
    10:04 AM2h53
    Magdeburg Hbf
    12:57 PMHamburg Hbf
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:45 PM7h05
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    5:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:40 AM6h10
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM6h51
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    6:50 AMHamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg

Travel to Hamburg 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 Magdeburg to Hamburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Magdeburg and Hamburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Hamburg costing on average $53 (€43).

The fastest way to travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 28m.

The distance from Magdeburg to Hamburg is approximately 121 miles (195 km).
The average frequency per day from Magdeburg to Hamburg is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Magdeburg and Hamburg 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 Magdeburg to Hamburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Magdeburg Hbf and arrive in Hamburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Magdeburg, ZOB and arrive in Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Magdeburg to Hamburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Hamburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Hamburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Magdeburg to Hamburg:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Magdeburg to Hamburg often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Copenhagen, Paris, Amsterdam, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hamburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hamburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Hamburg, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, enjoy a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market, and discover the International Maritime Museum. Stroll along the Alster Lakes for picturesque views, and don't miss the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, St. Michael's Church, and Planten un Blomen for diverse attractions and experiences.
Three days in Hamburg are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and the historic Speicherstadt, as well as to experience its vibrant neighborhoods and local cuisine.

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