The average train between Merseburg and Magdeburg takes 1h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 6m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Merseburg 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 every 30 minutes between Merseburg and Magdeburg. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Merseburg is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Magdeburg at 1:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Merseburg to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Merseburg station and arriving at Magdeburg station via Magdeburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.
Merseburg to Magdeburg train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, depart from Halle(Saale)Hbf station.
Merseburg to Magdeburg train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, arrive at Magdeburg Hbf station.
Book your Merseburg to Magdeburg train tickets online with Abellio GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Merseburg and Magdeburg is 89.5 km. The road distance is 99 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €15–70 and the journey takes 48 min. Two other operators also service this route.