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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
137 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Dresden Hbf for Dessau Hbf every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:452h56
Dresden Hbf09:41Dessau Hbf
£211One-way
0 changes
06:452h56
Dresden Hbf09:41Dessau Hbf
£211One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:32
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:45 Dresden Hbf | 2h56 | 09:41 Dessau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 19:02 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dresden Hbf and Dessau Hbf from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£21
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf train
FAQs: Travel by train from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf.
Yes, there is a direct train between Dresden Hbf and Dessau Hbf. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The train distance from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf is 137 km.
The train journey from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf covers a distance of 137 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf leaves at 4:10.
Booking trains from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf departs at 19:02.
The cost of a train ticket from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The cheapest way to get from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf is by train, costing approximately £23.
Trains from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf run approximately 8 times per day.
There is no night train service from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf.
Yes, you can take the train from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf.
To travel from Dresden Hbf to Dessau Hbf, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden Hbf and Dessau Hbf
Dresden
Dessau-Roßlau
The major train station for departures in Dresden is Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dresden Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Dresden to Dessau-Roßlau.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
Dining
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
Accessibility
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
Information Desk
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
The major train station for arrivals in Dessau-Roßlau is Dessau Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dessau Hbf for your journey to Dessau-Roßlau from Dresden.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Saturday: 06:30 12:00 - 11:30 14:30
- Sunday: 10:30 15:00 - 14:30 18:30
Dining
- Erstes Dessauer Kartoffelhaus
- Ristorante Castello
- Athos
- Asado
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel
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