The average train between Essen and Magdeburg takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Magdeburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Essen and Magdeburg. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:21 PM which arrives into Magdeburg at 12:02 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.
Essen to Magdeburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Magdeburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Magdeburg Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Magdeburg is 326.1 km. The road distance is 385 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €65–140 and the journey takes 3h 41m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route twice daily.