Merseburg to Dresden Trains

Merseburg to Dresden trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Merseburg and Dresden takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. 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 51m
Duration: 155 km
Distance: Hourly
Frequency

Line 5 tram, train

best

Take the tram from Merseburg, Zentrum to Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhoftram 5
Take the train from Bad Dürrenberg to Leipzig Hbftrain S6
Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...

2h 38m

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 12:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhof and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

9:33 PM → 6:34 AM
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9h 1m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

4:51 AM → 7:34 AM
2h 43m • 2 changes
5:49 AM → 8:34 AM
2h 45m • 2 changes
6:48 AM → 9:34 AM
2h 46m • 2 changes
7:48 AM → 10:34 AM
2h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

4:51 AM → 7:34 AM
2h 43m • 2 changes
5:49 AM → 8:34 AM
2h 45m • 2 changes
6:48 AM → 9:34 AM
2h 46m • 2 changes
7:48 AM → 10:34 AM
2h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

4:51 AM → 7:34 AM
2h 43m • 2 changes
5:49 AM → 8:34 AM
2h 45m • 2 changes
6:48 AM → 9:34 AM
2h 46m • 2 changes
7:48 AM → 10:34 AM
2h 46m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Merseburg to Dresden? 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.

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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Merseburg to Dresden trains

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Line 5 tram, train

Merseburg to Dresden train times

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

9:33 PM → 6:34 AMArrives next day

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

4:51 AM → 7:34 AM

5:49 AM → 8:34 AM

6:48 AM → 9:34 AM

7:48 AM → 10:34 AM

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

4:51 AM → 7:34 AM

5:49 AM → 8:34 AM

6:48 AM → 9:34 AM

7:48 AM → 10:34 AM

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

4:51 AM → 7:34 AM

5:49 AM → 8:34 AM

6:48 AM → 9:34 AM

7:48 AM → 10:34 AM

Frequently asked questions

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

Tram from Merseburg, Zentrum to Bad Dürrenberg, Bahnhof

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Train trips from Merseburg

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Alternative transport options

9:33 PM → 6:34 AM
Arrives next day