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

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Magdeburg is to rideshare which costs €7 - €13 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Magdeburg is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €23 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct train from Erfurt to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Magdeburg?

The distance between Erfurt and Magdeburg is 177 km. The road distance is 157.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Erfurt to Magdeburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €23 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Erfurt to Magdeburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Magdeburg train from?

Erfurt to Magdeburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Erfurt to Magdeburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erfurt to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Magdeburg is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Erfurt to Magdeburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

There are 647+ hotels available in Magdeburg.

Can I share a ride from Erfurt to Magdeburg?

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

Erfurt to Magdeburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Erfurt to Magdeburg by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 55 / ...
1h 38m
€23–68
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erfurt to Magdeburgrideshare 158.6 km
2h 15m
€7–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Halle to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N67 / ...
2h 37m
€24–44
Drive 157.7 km
1. Drive from Erfurt to Magdeburgcar 157.7 km
1h 53m
€24–34

Erfurt to Magdeburg by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.3 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 1h 38m.

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