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

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Hamburg is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Hamburg is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €45 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Hamburg?

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

Is there a direct train between Magdeburg and Hamburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Magdeburg Hbf and arriving at Hamburg Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Hamburg?

The distance between Magdeburg and Hamburg is 250 km. The road distance is 232.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Hamburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €45 - €200.

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

The train from Magdeburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Hamburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Hamburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Magdeburg to Hamburg?

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

Where does the Magdeburg to Hamburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Magdeburg to Hamburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Hamburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Hamburg is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Magdeburg to Hamburg.

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

Book your Magdeburg to Hamburg train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Hamburg?

There are 1649+ hotels available in Hamburg.

Can I share a ride from Magdeburg to Hamburg?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 57
2h 26m
€45–200
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Magdeburg to Hamburgrideshare 231.1 km
3h 9m
€10–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N881 / ...
4h 55m
€26–45
Train via Uelzen
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Uelzentrain Re20
2. Take the train from Uelzen to Hamburg Hbftrain 20 / ...
2h 52m
€45–217
Drive 232.5 km
1. Drive from Magdeburg to Hamburgcar 232.5 km
3h 2m
€34–48

Magdeburg to Hamburg by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.6 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

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

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