The average train between Magdeburg and Merseburg takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. There is an hourly train service from Magdeburg to Merseburg. 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 Merseburg. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Merseburg at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 10m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Magdeburg to Merseburg? 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 Merseburg. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg Hbf station and arriving at Halle(Saale)Hbf station via Halle(Saale)Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.
Magdeburg to Merseburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Merseburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.
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The distance between Magdeburg and Merseburg is 89.5 km. The road distance is 100 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €14–35 and the journey takes 51 min. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly.