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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Magdeburg is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Magdeburg is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Magdeburg station. However, there are services departing from Paderborn, Neuhäuser Tor and arriving at Magdeburg central bus station via Rietberg, ZOB and Gütersloh central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Magdeburg?

The distance between Paderborn and Magdeburg is 273 km. The road distance is 254.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Magdeburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Paderborn to Magdeburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Magdeburg bus from?

Paderborn to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gütersloh central bus station.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Magdeburg train from?

Paderborn to Magdeburg train services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Magdeburg is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Paderborn to Magdeburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Magdeburg train arrive?

Paderborn to Magdeburg train services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Magdeburg is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Paderborn to Magdeburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain S5
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain 55 / ...
3h 47m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gütersloh central bus station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N1338
6h 22m
€22–35
Drive 254.9 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Magdeburgcar 254.9 km
2h 53m
€36–52
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Kreiensentrain
2. Take the train from Kreiensen to Goslar, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Goslar to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
5h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paderborn to Magdeburg.

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Distance: 273.2 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gütersloh central bus station to Magdeburg central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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