Trains tickets from Salzburg to Magdeburg

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salzburg to Magdeburg.

Bus
Average Price$49 - $62Average Duration13h 30m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$80 - $166Average Duration6h 29m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Salzburg to Magdeburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Magdeburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 29mAverage Duration
$80Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Magdeburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$80
Average train trip duration6h 29m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure9:28am
Distance305 miles (491 km)
Latest train departure9:59pm

Frequently asked questions for your trip Salzburg - Magdeburg

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Salzburg to Magdeburg is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Magdeburg, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Salzburg and Magdeburg compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Salzburg to Magdeburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Train from Magdeburg to Salzburg

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