The average train between Magdeburg and Essen takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. The train runs, on average, 4 times per week from Magdeburg to Essen. 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 4 times a week between Magdeburg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 1:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 1:23 AM which arrives into Essen at 5:27 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Magdeburg station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart 4 times a week, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h.
Magdeburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Magdeburg to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Magdeburg and Essen is 326.1 km. The road distance is 383 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €70–170 and the journey takes 3h 51m.