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Trip Summary
188 trains operate daily from Trier to Magdeburg. The train trip from Trier to Magdeburg is usually about 9 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 272 mi (438 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 54m |
| Lowest price | $69.39 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Trier to Magdeburg?
2 train services operate from Trier to Magdeburg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 181 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 181 | 9h 37m | $150.00 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 10h 17m | $151.66 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Trier to Magdeburg start from $83, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Magdeburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Trier leaves from Ehrang and 2 other stations. And in Magdeburg trains arrive at Beyendorf and 2 other train stations.
From Trier to Magdeburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Magdeburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 54 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 7 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Magdeburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Trier and Magdeburg is approximately 272 miles, or 438 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 54 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Trier to Magdeburg tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Trier at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 188 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Magdeburg to Trier.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Trier?
Main departure station: Quint
Trier has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Magdeburg.
All train stations in Trier:
Quint
Ehrang Ort
Ehrang
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main arrival station: Magdeburg Südost
There are more train stations and stops in Magdeburg than most cities. Most trains from Trier will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Magdeburg:
Train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg Südost
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Beyendorf
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler
Magdeburg Herrenkrug
Magdeburg-Salbke
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