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

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Magdeburg is to bus which costs €25 - €55 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Magdeburg is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf via Hamburg Hbf and Stendal Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Magdeburg?

The distance between Elmshorn and Magdeburg is 283 km. The road distance is 267.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Magdeburg without a car is to train via Stendal which takes 3h 40m and costs €30 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Elmshorn to Magdeburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Magdeburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Magdeburg is to train via Stendal which takes 3h 40m and costs €30 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €55 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Magdeburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Magdeburg is 267 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Elmshorn to Magdeburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Stendal
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Stendal Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Stendal Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain S1 / ...
3h 40m
€32–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N66 / ...
6h 27m
€25–53
Drive 267.2 km
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Magdeburgcar 267.2 km
3h 23m
€37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Magdeburg Hbftrain 28 / ...
3h 45m
€57–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Winsen(Luhe) to Uelzentrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Uelzen ZOB to Salzwedel, ZOBbus
3. Take the bus from Salzwedel, ZOB to Magdeburg, ZOBbus 100
7h 1m

Elmshorn to Magdeburg by train

145Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Elmshorn to Magdeburg Hbf via Hamburg Hbf and Stendal Hbf in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Magdeburg central bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–40 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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