The average train between Ulm and Magdeburg takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. There is at least one train per day from Ulm 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 once daily between Ulm and Magdeburg. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Ulm is at 6:47 PM which arrives into Magdeburg at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Donauwoerth and take an average of 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



6h 30m • 3 changes


5h 14m • 3 changes


6h 36m • 3 changes


5h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ulm to Magdeburg? 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 Ulm to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Ulm station and arriving at Magdeburg station via Donauwoerth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.
Ulm to Magdeburg train services, operated by agilis, depart from Ulm Hbf station.
Ulm to Magdeburg train services, operated by agilis, arrive at Magdeburg Hbf station.
Book your Ulm to Magdeburg train tickets online with agilis, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Ulm and Magdeburg is 430.7 km. The road distance is 538 km.
You can take a train from Ulm Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf via Donauwoerth, Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 5h 50m.