How to travel from Bremen to Magdeburg, Germany

The distance between Bremen and Magdeburg is around 252km (156 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Bremen to Magdeburg by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MagdeburgBremen if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Magdeburg Hbf.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)

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Bus

Take the bus to Magdeburg Central Bus Station.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
Operated by

Racic Eurobus

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Magdeburg.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance252km (156 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bremen and Magdeburg

There are several options for getting from Bremen to Magdeburg by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €34 ($34).

The distance between Bremen and Magdeburg is around 252km (156 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 218km (136 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Bremen and Magdeburg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bremen to Magdeburg is to drive which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €34 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Bremen and Magdeburg, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bremen and Magdeburg. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bremen and Magdeburg with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 2h 45m.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Start, HVV and Deutsche Bahn Regional run train services between Bremen and Magdeburg. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bremen and Magdeburg. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bremen and Magdeburg with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 3hrs.

Racic Eurobus run regular bus services between Bremen and Magdeburg. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bremen to Magdeburg. We recommend that you take the train to Magdeburg Hbf. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Magdeburg is Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) (LEJ) which is approximately 89km (55 miles) from Magdeburg. Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) (BER) and Erfurt Airport (ERF) (ERF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bremen and Magdeburg. The distance is around 252km (156 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bremen to Magdeburg is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €85 ($85).

How do I get from Bremen to Magdeburg

Compare travel optionsbetween Bremen and Magdeburg

Transport options from Bremen to Magdeburg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 45m
€85($85)
every 3 hours265km (164 miles)
Train via Uelzen3h 55m
€35($35)
every 3 hours291km (181 miles)
Bus
3hrs
5 times a week273km (170 miles)
Drive
2hrs
€34($34)
on demand252km (156 miles)

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Airports near Magdeburg

The following major airports near Magdeburg offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Germany and internationally.

LEJ
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Magdeburg
BER
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
International Airport
Distance
130km (80 miles) from Magdeburg
ERF
Erfurt Airport (ERF)
Domestic Airport
Distance
137km (85 miles) from Magdeburg