The average train between Berlin and Dessau takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Berlin to Dessau. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Berlin and Dessau. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Dessau at 4:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 30m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Berlin to Dessau? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Dessau. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf station and arriving at Dessau Hbf station via Bitterfeld station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Berlin to Dessau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Dessau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dessau Hbf station.
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The distance between Berlin and Dessau is 110.1 km. The road distance is 126 km.
You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Dessau Hbf via Bitterfeld in around 1h 37m.