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Merseburg to Dresden trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Merseburg and Dresden takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Merseburg to Dresden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
155 km
Distance
Hourly
Frequency

Line 5 tram, train

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  1. Take the tram from Merseburg, Zentrum to Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhoftram tram 5
  2. Take the train from Bad Dürrenberg to Leipzig Hbftrain train S6
  3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain train 55 / ...
2h 41m

Merseburg to Dresden train times

Trains run hourly between Merseburg and Dresden. The earliest departure is at 4:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Merseburg is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Dresden at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhof and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Merseburg to Dresden.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 154.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Merseburg, Germany and Dresden, Germany?

There is no direct connection from Merseburg to Dresden. However, you can take the line 5 vehicle to Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhof, walk to Bad Dürrenberg, take the train to Leipzig Hbf, then take the train to Dresden Hauptbahnhof.

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