Getting around Neue Neustadt
Neue Neustadt is a district of Magdeburg, and the practical reality for a visitor is that you are never far from the city centre: the route to Magdeburg's central station and bus station (Hauptbahnhof and ZOB) is short, and several different modes cover it. That makes Neue Neustadt an easy base for exploring the wider city, whether you prefer trams, trains, buses or simply walking.
Trams and the city network
Magdeburg's urban transport is run by Magdeburger Verkehrsbetriebe (MVB), and trams are the backbone of movement within the city. From Neue Neustadt you can pick up a tram toward the centre — for example, line 9 connects the Neustädter Friedhof area with the City Carré in the heart of town, with a journey of roughly a quarter of an hour and departures at frequent intervals. Trams are the natural choice for short hops into the centre and for reaching shopping and civic destinations.
- Operator: Magdeburger Verkehrsbetriebe (MVB), reachable on 0800 548 12 45 or via mvbnet.de.
- Trams run frequently on the main corridors, making them convenient without advance planning.
- Check current timetables and ticket options directly with MVB, as aggregator listings can be out of date.
Trains
Neue Neustadt has its own station, Magdeburg-Neustadt, which gives you a fast rail link to Magdeburg Hauptbahnhof — a journey of only a few minutes. Services are provided by DB Regio, with frequent departures, and by ODEG, which runs less often; the RB36 line is one option on this corridor. For a visitor arriving by regional train or connecting onward from the main station, this is the quickest way to bridge the gap between Neue Neustadt and the central transport hub.
- DB Regio services run frequently; ODEG services are less frequent.
- Contact DB on +49 30 2970 or ODEG at info@odeg.de for schedule details.
- Magdeburg Hbf connects onward to the ZOB (central bus station) for longer-distance buses.
Buses
Local buses complement the rail and tram network. BördeBus Verkehrsgesellschaft runs a direct service (line 613) from the Bebertaler Straße area of Magdeburg to the ZOB, taking around a quarter of an hour; other operators also serve the route. Be aware that published frequencies for this service vary between sources, so confirm times with the operator before relying on a particular departure. The ZOB is the city's central bus station and a useful interchange for regional and long-distance coaches.
- BördeBus: phone 03 92 02 892 (confirm the full number and timetable with the operator).
- Buses run daily, but check departure times rather than assuming a fixed interval.
Taxis and ride-hailing
Taxis are readily available for the short trip between Neue Neustadt and the centre — the ride takes only a few minutes, though the fare is considerably higher than a tram or train ticket. For a solo traveller or a small group with luggage, a taxi can still be worthwhile for the convenience. Ride-hailing apps are not documented in the available sources, so plan on hailing a taxi directly or asking your accommodation to call one.
Walking
Neue Neustadt is close enough to central Magdeburg that walking is a genuine option: the route takes well under an hour at an easy pace. Within the district itself, walking is the simplest way to reach local shops, cafés and tram stops. For most visitors, the sensible pattern is to walk locally and use the tram or train for the hop into the centre.
Reaching the city from the airport
Check connections and buy tickets through DB (+49 30 2970) or at the station before you travel.
Practical tips
- Buy tickets from the operator (MVB for trams, DB or ODEG for trains, BördeBus for local buses) or at station machines; validate them before boarding where required.
- Treat online journey planners as a guide only — frequencies in aggregator listings can conflict, so verify against the operator's own timetable.
- Keep the operator contacts handy: MVB (0800 548 12 45, mvbnet.de), DB (+49 30 2970), ODEG (info@odeg.de) and BördeBus (03 92 02 892).
- For the short trip into the centre, compare a tram or train ticket against a taxi fare — public transport is far cheaper, while a taxi saves only a few minutes.