Berlin to Magdeburg distance
The distance from Berlin (Germany) to Magdeburg (Germany) is 156 km by road, with a driving time of about 1 h 46 min. The straight-line distance is 130 km (81 miles); Magdeburg lies to the WSW of Berlin.
Reverse direction: Magdeburg to Berlin distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 130 km | 40 min |
| Car (road) | 156 km | 1 h 46 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Berlin to Magdeburg would cost roughly 320–427 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 156 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Berlin
Berlin is located in Berlin, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 31′ 12.02″ N, 13° 24′ 17.83″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.52 |
| Longitude | 13.4 |
| Region | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 3,685,265 |
Magdeburg
Magdeburg is located in Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 6′ 47.43″ N, 11° 36′ 29.11″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.11 |
| Longitude | 11.61 |
| Region | Sachsen-Anhalt |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 244,329 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Magdeburg is at 52.32° N, 12.5° E.
The nearest town is Wenzlow, Landkreis Potsdam-Mittelmark, Brandenburg — about 65 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin from Magdeburg?
By car it is 156 km, with a driving time of about 1 h 46 min. The straight-line distance between Berlin and Magdeburg is 130 kilometres (81 miles or 70 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Magdeburg?
The driving distance is 156 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 1 h 46 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Magdeburg from Berlin?
Magdeburg lies to the WSW (250°) as seen from Berlin.
How long is a flight from Berlin to Magdeburg?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 40 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Berlin to Magdeburg cost?
Over 156 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Berlin to Magdeburg would cost roughly 320–427 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Berlin
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Berlin → Potsdam | 35 km |
| Berlin → Buckow | 68 km |
| Berlin → Bad Saarow | 73 km |
| Berlin → Wittenberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Rheinsberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Cottbus | 126 km |
| Berlin → Halle (Saale) | 170 km |
| Berlin → Krakow am See | 178 km |
Distances from Magdeburg
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Magdeburg → Quedlinburg | 59 km |
| Magdeburg → Wolfsburg | 85 km |
| Magdeburg → Halle (Saale) | 85 km |
| Magdeburg → Wittenberg | 92 km |
| Magdeburg → Braunschweig | 94 km |
| Magdeburg → Salzgitter | 109 km |
| Magdeburg → Goslar | 115 km |
| Magdeburg → Leipzig | 122 km |