What is the cheapest way to get from Dessau to Plauen?

The cheapest way to get from Dessau to Plauen is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dessau to Plauen?

The fastest way to get from Dessau to Plauen is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Dessau and Plauen?

No, there is no direct train from Dessau to Plauen. However, there are services departing from Dessau Hbf and arriving at Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf via Leipzig Messe and Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Dessau to Plauen?

The distance between Dessau and Plauen is 192 km. The road distance is 176.5 km.

How do I travel from Dessau to Plauen without a car?

The best way to get from Dessau to Plauen without a car is to train via Zwickau which takes 3h 28m and costs €35 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Dessau to Plauen?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Dessau to Plauen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dessau to Plauen train from?

Dessau to Plauen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dessau Hbf station.

Where does the Dessau to Plauen train arrive?

Dessau to Plauen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Leipzig Messe station.

Can I drive from Dessau to Plauen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dessau to Plauen is 177 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Dessau to Plauen.

How do I get a train ticket from Dessau to Plauen?

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Where can I stay near Plauen?

There are 473+ hotels available in Plauen.

Dessau to Plauen - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dessau to Plauen by train or car

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Train via Zwickau
best
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Messetrain S2
2. Take the train from Leipzig Messe to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
3. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bftrain Re
3h 28m
€40–158
Drive 176.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dessau to Plauencar 176.5 km
1h 56m
€26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain S2
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Gera-Zwoetzentrain Rb / ...
3. Take the train from Gera-Zwoetzen to Plauen(Vogtl) Mittetrain Rb
4h 35m
€260–344

Dessau to Plauen by train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.7 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Dessau, Germany and Plauen, Germany?

You can take a train from Dessau Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf via Leipzig Messe, Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof, and Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf in around 3h 28m.

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