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Trip Summary
33 trains operate daily from Magdeburg to Lübeck. The train trip from Magdeburg to Lübeck is usually about 5 hours and 42 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 127 mi (204 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 37m |
| Lowest price | £39.69 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Magdeburg to Lübeck?
2 train services operate from Magdeburg to Lübeck. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 13 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 13 | 5h 30m | £76.00 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 24 | 6h 12m | £52.26 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Magdeburg to Lübeck start from £40, and on average cost . Daily there are 24 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lübeck. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Magdeburg leaves from Magdeburg-Rothensee and one other station. And in Lübeck trains arrive at Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen and 3 other train stations.
From Magdeburg to Lübeck train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 12 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lübeck faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 37 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 30 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lübeck.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Magdeburg and Lübeck is approximately 127 miles, or 204 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 37 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Magdeburg to Lübeck. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Magdeburg at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 33 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 Lübeck to Magdeburg.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main departure station: Magdeburg-Rothensee
There are two stations in Magdeburg where you can board the train to Lübeck.
All train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Magdeburg Herrenkrug
Where is the train station in Lübeck?
Main arrival station: Lübeck-Travemünde Strand
There are more train stations and stops in Lübeck than most cities. Most trains from Magdeburg will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Lübeck:
Train stations in Lübeck:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand
Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen
Lübeck-Travem. Skandinavienkai
Lübeck-Kücknitz
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