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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Dessau is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Dessau is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Dessau?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Dessau. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Dessau Hbf via Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB and Koethen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Detmold to Dessau?

The distance between Detmold and Dessau is 337 km. The road distance is 278.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Dessau without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €60 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Detmold to Dessau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Dessau train from?

Detmold to Dessau train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Altenbeken station.

Where does the Detmold to Dessau train arrive?

Detmold to Dessau train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Kreiensen station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Dessau?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Dessau is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Detmold to Dessau.

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

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Where can I stay near Dessau?

There are 277+ hotels available in Dessau.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köthentrain 55
5h 4m
€63–230
Drive 278.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Detmold to Dessaucar 278.7 km
3h 31m
€40–58
Train via Goslar
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Kreiensentrain
2. Take the train from Kreiensen to Goslar, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Goslar to Ascherslebentrain Re
4. Take the train from Aschersleben to Dessau Hbftrain Rb
7h 17m
€93–235

Detmold to Dessau by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 336.9 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köthen hourly. Tickets cost €50–210 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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