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Trip Summary
There are 28 daily trains from Magdeburg to Hanover. Traveling by train from Magdeburg to Hanover usually takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 4 minutes.
| Distance | 82 mi (132 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 4m |
| Lowest price | $27.48 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Magdeburg to Hanover?
2 train services operate from Magdeburg to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 19 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 19 | 2h 38m | $36.66 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 13 | 3h 18m | $46.48 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Magdeburg to Hanover start from $27, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hanover. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Magdeburg leaves from Beyendorf and one other station. And in Hanover trains arrive at Hannover Anderten-Misburg and 2 other train stations.
From Magdeburg to Hanover train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 18 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hanover faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 4 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 25 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Hanover.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Magdeburg to Hanover 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 Magdeburg 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 28 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 Hanover to Magdeburg.
City Information
Hanover
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Situated on the River Leine, Hanover is the largest city in the German state of Lower Saxony. This historic city is now an important commercial center and home to a large university, the Leibniz University Hanover.
Aside from industry, Hanover is known for being a hub for festivals in Germany. The city is always celebrating something, but two of the biggest events are the hugely popular Oktoberfest Hanover and the Hanover Schutzenfest, a target shooting competition.
Even if you skip the revelry at these festivals, Hanover offers a rich cultural experience in its world-class museums, theaters, and galleries. One of Hanover's cultural centerpieces is the Hanover Opera House. Built in 1852, this impressive building hosts opera performances during opera season, from September to June.
Like most of Germany, Hanover is extremely accessible thanks to robust transport options. Hanover Airport is served by many major airlines, while the train station has many connections from various destinations across the country. Plus, intercity bus service on BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, FlixBus, and more connects Hanover to other German cities, including Dresden, Cologne, Hamburg, and more.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main departure station: Magdeburg-Rothensee
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Magdeburg where you can board the train.
All train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Beyendorf
Magdeburg Südost
Magdeburg-Salbke
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler
Where is the train station in Hanover?
Main arrival station: Hannover Anderten-Misburg
There are more train stations and stops in Hanover than most cities. Most trains from Magdeburg will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Hanover:
Train stations in Hanover:
Hannover Anderten-Misburg
Hannover-Vinnhorst
Hannover-Bornum
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