Is there a direct train between Dresden and Brocken?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Brocken. However, there are services departing from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and arriving at Brocken via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Wernigerode Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Dresden to Brocken?

The distance between Dresden and Brocken is 289 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Brocken without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Brocken without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Brocken?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Dresden to Brocken, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Brocken train from?

Dresden to Brocken train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Where does the Dresden to Brocken train arrive?

Dresden to Brocken train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.

Where can I stay near Brocken?

There are 3061+ hotels available in Brocken.

Dresden to Brocken - 2 ways to travel via train

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There are 2 ways to get from Dresden to Brocken by train

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1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Wernigerode Hbftrain Re4
3. Take the train from Wernigerode Hbf to Brockentrain Rb
6h 54m
Train via Dresden Hbf
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Ec
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Wernigerode Hbftrain Re4
3. Take the train from Wernigerode Hbf to Brockentrain Rb
6h 58m

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Distance: 288.6 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Brocken, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany?

You can take a train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Brocken via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Wernigerode Hbf in around 6h 54m.

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