What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Magdeburg?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Magdeburg is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Magdeburg?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Magdeburg is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Magdeburg central bus station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Dresden to Magdeburg?

The distance between Dresden and Magdeburg is 237 km. The road distance is 224.5 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Magdeburg without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Magdeburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €40 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Magdeburg?

The train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Magdeburg Hbf takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Magdeburg bus from?

Dresden to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Magdeburg train from?

Dresden to Magdeburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Dresden to Magdeburg is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €40 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Dresden to Magdeburg bus arrive?

Dresden to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus station.

Where does the Dresden to Magdeburg train arrive?

Dresden to Magdeburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Magdeburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Magdeburg is 225 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Dresden to Magdeburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Dresden to Magdeburg?

Book your Dresden to Magdeburg train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dresden to Magdeburg?

Book your Dresden to Magdeburg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

There are 654+ hotels available in Magdeburg.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Magdeburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dresden and Magdeburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dresden to Magdeburg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Dresden to Magdeburg by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Magdeburg Hbftrain 56 / ...
2h 28m
€40–190
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Magdeburgrideshare 225.7 km
2h 57m
€13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N367 / ...
3h 25m
€19–35
Drive 224.5 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Magdeburgcar 224.5 km
1h 55m
€32–47
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 56 / ...
2h 48m
€43–187

Dresden to Magdeburg by train

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Distance: 237.2 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Magdeburg, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Magdeburg Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Magdeburg central bus station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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