The average train between Magdeburg and Gotha takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Magdeburg to Gotha. 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 hourly between Magdeburg and Gotha. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Gotha at 4:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Halle(Saale)Hbf and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Magdeburg to Gotha? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Magdeburg to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg station and arriving at Gotha station via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Magdeburg to Gotha train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Gotha train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gotha station.
Book your Magdeburg to Gotha train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Abellio GmbH and 2 other operators.
The distance between Magdeburg and Gotha is 146 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Gotha via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Erfurt Hbf in around 1h 55m.