Magdeburg to Essen by train

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Overview: trains from Magdeburg to Essen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Magdeburg to Essen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:55 View journey
Last train 22:15 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 27m View journey
Distance (km) 326
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey CA$80.60 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 3m
Train operators 4

Magdeburg to Essen by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Magdeburg to Essen? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 326 kilometres.

Train travel between Magdeburg and Essen: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Magdeburg to Essen:

  • Cheapest tickets: CA$80.60

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 6 and a half months in advance.

Magdeburg to Essen train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:55.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:15.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:55.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 21:03.

  • 15 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 54 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Magdeburg to Essen?

On this route spanning 326 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 27 minutes.

When are tickets between Magdeburg and Essen available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Magdeburg and Essen can be purchased 6 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Magdeburg to Essen travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Essen.

FAQs about the train journey from Magdeburg to Essen

Want to know more about your journey from Magdeburg to Essen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Magdeburg to Essen is 326 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.