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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Magdeburg is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Magdeburg is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Magdeburg. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Essen to Magdeburg?

The distance between Essen and Magdeburg is 383 km. The road distance is 385.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Magdeburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €65 - €160.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Magdeburg bus from?

Essen to Magdeburg bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Magdeburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Essen to Magdeburg is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €65 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Essen to Magdeburg bus arrive?

Essen to Magdeburg bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Magdeburg station.

Where does the Essen to Magdeburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Magdeburg is 385 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Essen to Magdeburg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen 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
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 10
3h 40m
€65–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Magdeburgbus Mykolayiv
3h 52m
€28–50
Drive 385.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Magdeburgcar 385.4 km
3h 13m
€55–80
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain 55 / ...
4h 13m
€67–155
Bus via Bochum central station
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1327
6h 40m
€28–55

Essen to Magdeburg by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 383.3 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €65–160 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Magdeburg once daily, and the journey takes 3h 52m. Two other operators also service this route.

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