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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Magdeburg is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Magdeburg is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Magdeburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Magdeburg central bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf via Weissenfels, Halle(Saale)Hbf and Sandersleben(Anh). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Magdeburg?

The distance between Leipzig and Magdeburg is 120 km. The road distance is 119.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Magdeburg without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs €8 - €15.

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

The bus from Leipzig central train station to Magdeburg central bus station takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Magdeburg bus from?

Leipzig to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Magdeburg train from?

Leipzig to Magdeburg train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Magdeburg is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs €8 - €15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Leipzig to Magdeburg bus arrive?

Leipzig to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus station.

Where does the Leipzig to Magdeburg train arrive?

Leipzig to Magdeburg train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, arrive at Weissenfels station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Magdeburg is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Leipzig to Magdeburg.

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

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

Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

There are 219+ hotels available in Magdeburg.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Magdeburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leipzig and Magdeburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leipzig to Magdeburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Leipzig to Magdeburg by bus, train, car, or rideshare

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus 167 / ...
1h 35m
€8–15
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Magdeburgrideshare 120.2 km
1h 48m
€6
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Weissenfelstrain Re
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Sandersleben(Anh)train Re
3. Take the train from Sandersleben(Anh) to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
4h 16m
€38–58
Drive 119.6 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Magdeburgcar 119.6 km
1h 8m
€17–25

Leipzig to Magdeburg by bus

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.4 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Magdeburg central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–15 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf via Weissenfels, Halle(Saale)Hbf, and Sandersleben(Anh) in around 4h 16m.

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