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Trip Summary
There are 137 daily trains from Maastricht to Magdeburg. Traveling by train from Maastricht to Magdeburg usually takes around 8 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 6 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 270 mi (434 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 35m |
| Lowest price | £45.89 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Maastricht to Magdeburg?
2 train services operate from Maastricht to Magdeburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 98 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 57 | 8h 49m | £81.46 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 98 | 8h 17m | £66.62 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Maastricht to Magdeburg start from £46, and on average cost . Daily there are 98 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Magdeburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Maastricht leaves from Maastricht Noord and one other station. And in Magdeburg trains arrive at Magdeburg-Rothensee and 5 other train stations.
From Maastricht to Magdeburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 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 6 hours and 35 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Maastricht and Magdeburg is approximately 270 miles, or 434 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 35 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Maastricht to Magdeburg on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Maastricht at 05:00 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 137 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 Maastricht.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Maastricht?
Main departure station: Maastricht Noord
There are two stations in Maastricht where you can board the train to Magdeburg.
All train stations in Maastricht:
Maastricht Noord
Maastricht Randwyck
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main arrival station: Magdeburg-Rothensee
There are more train stations and stops in Magdeburg than most cities. Most trains from Maastricht will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Magdeburg:
Train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Magdeburg Südost
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler
Beyendorf
Magdeburg-Salbke
Magdeburg Herrenkrug
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