The average train between Magdeburg and Gera takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Magdeburg to Gera. 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 hourly between Magdeburg and Gera. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Gera at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Magdeburg to Gera? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Magdeburg to Gera. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg Hbf station and arriving at Gera Hbf station via Leipzig Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.
Magdeburg to Gera train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Gera train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Gera Hbf station.
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The distance between Magdeburg and Gera is 142.2 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Gera Hbf via Leipzig Hbf in around 2h 46m.