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

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Magdeburg is to rideshare which costs €14 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Magdeburg is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €45 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Hamburg and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Magdeburg central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Hamburg to Magdeburg?

The distance between Hamburg and Magdeburg is 250 km. The road distance is 231.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamburg to Magdeburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €45 - €200.

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

The train from Hamburg Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf takes 2h 18m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Magdeburg bus from?

Hamburg to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Magdeburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamburg to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Magdeburg is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €45 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Hamburg to Magdeburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hamburg to Magdeburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamburg to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Magdeburg is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Hamburg to Magdeburg.

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

Book your Hamburg to Magdeburg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

There are 656+ hotels available in Magdeburg.

Can I share a ride from Hamburg to Magdeburg?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 57
2h 18m
€45–200
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hamburg to Magdeburgrideshare 231.2 km
3h 29m
€14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N66 / ...
4h 55m
€26–45
Train via Uelzen
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Uelzentrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Uelzen to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re20
3h 18m
€45–218
Drive 231.3 km
1. Drive from Hamburg to Magdeburgcar 231.3 km
3h 1m
€34–48

Hamburg to Magdeburg by train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.6 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €45–200 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Magdeburg central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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