The average train between Detmold and Dessau takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Detmold 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 4 hours between Detmold and Dessau. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detmold is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Dessau at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Detmold 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 Detmold to Dessau. However, there are services departing from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB station and arriving at Dessau Hbf station via Magdeburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
Detmold to Dessau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB station.
Detmold to Dessau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dessau Hbf station.
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The distance between Detmold and Dessau is 231.7 km. The road distance is 279 km.
You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Dessau Hbf via Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB and Magdeburg Hbf in around 5h 15m.