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

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Rust is to bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Rust is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Rust?

No, there is no direct bus from Magdeburg to Rust. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg and arriving at Rust via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Rust?

The distance between Magdeburg and Rust is 722 km. The road distance is 640.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Rust without a car is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs €130 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Magdeburg to Rust, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Rust bus from?

Magdeburg to Rust bus services, operated by Ecolines, depart from Magdeburg station.

Train or bus from Magdeburg to Rust?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Rust is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs €130 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Magdeburg to Rust bus arrive?

Magdeburg to Rust bus services, operated by Ecolines, arrive at Karlsruhe station.

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Rust is 640 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Magdeburg to Rust.

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

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Where can I stay near Rust?

There are 1725+ hotels available in Rust.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Magdeburg to Rust by train, bus, night train, 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 Magdeburg Hbf to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 12
8h 7m
€131–376
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Magdeburg to Karlsruhebus
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Rustbus 008
11h 25m
€49–85
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Magdeburg-Buckau to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Re30
2. Take the night train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
10h 43m
€56–143
Drive 640.3 km
1. Drive from Magdeburg to Rustcar 640.3 km
5h 12m
€93–134
Train via Braunschweig
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 12
8h 7m
€121–367

Magdeburg to Rust by train and bus

3Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

€131Cheapest Price

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Distance: 722.3 km
Duration: 8h 7m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Offenburg Bahnhof 3 times a week. Tickets cost €120–370 and the journey takes 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Magdeburg to Rust via Karlsruhe and Karlsruhe central train station in around 11h 25m.

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