How to get to Weimar from Dresden

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Compare train and coach for Dresden to Weimar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Weimar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £47.

Distance: 169 km

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£47

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£27

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2h 19m

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4h 5m

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3h 35m

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2h 17m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Dresden to Weimar

Compare the available ways to get from Dresden to Weimar, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Weimar is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Weimar:

A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Weimar costing on average £47.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Weimar is by train with an average journey time of 2h 49m.

Other travel options to Weimar take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dresden and Weimar including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£19. The journey takes 2h 19m versus 2h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Dresden to Weimar

How to get to Weimar from Dresden by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Dresden to Weimar is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Weimar by train

The most popular day trips by train from Weimar are Erfurt, Jena, Leipzig, Halle and Gotha. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Weimar on Omio.

A view of Erfurt

Day trip from Weimar to Erfurt by train

Why visit Erfurt for the day?

Erfurt is known for its well-preserved medieval centre, especially the Krämerbrücke and the Mariendom. As the capital of Thuringia, it feels compact and historic, with a calm atmosphere shaped by trade and learning.

A view of Jena

Day trip from Weimar to Jena by train

Why visit Jena for the day?

Jena is a lively university city in Thuringia, known for optics, research and the legacy of Carl Zeiss. In the Saale Valley, it mixes a youthful atmosphere with a compact centre, hillside views and strong links to German intellectual history.

A view of Leipzig

Day trip from Weimar to Leipzig by train

Why visit Leipzig for the day?

Leipzig is known for Bach, the Thomaskirche and a long tradition of trade and publishing. Its compact centre combines grand historic architecture with creative neighbourhoods, canals and a youthful cultural scene.

A view of Halle

Day trip from Weimar to Halle by train

Why visit Halle for the day?

Halle on the Saale is best known as Handel's birthplace, with a historic centre shaped by church spires and salt-trading history. Its university life and riverfront setting give the city a practical, youthful feel.

A view of Gotha

Day trip from Weimar to Gotha by train

Why visit Gotha for the day?

Gotha is a historic Thuringian town best known for Friedenstein Palace and its strong ducal heritage. A compact old centre, museums and broad squares give it a cultured, calm character.

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FAQs: Dresden to Weimar

Travel to Weimar 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 to Weimar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Dresden and Weimar including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Weimar is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Weimar:

A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Weimar costing on average £47.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Weimar is by train with an average journey time of 2h 49m.

Other travel options to Weimar take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 5m.

The Dresden to Weimar distance is approximately 169 km.
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Weimar is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Weimar as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dresden to Weimar:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Weimar station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Weimar, Weimar Central Station (Bus Platform 1 & 2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Weimar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Weimar by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Leo Express to go to Weimar by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dresden to Weimar with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Leo Express.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Weimar often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Prague, Leipzig, Erfurt, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Weimar and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Dresden to Weimar, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Two to three days in Weimar are generally sufficient to explore its rich cultural heritage, including UNESCO-listed sites such as the Bauhaus Museum, Goethe National Museum, and the beautiful Park an der Ilm.

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