What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Harz?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Harz is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Harz?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Harz is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Harz?

No, there is no direct bus from Dresden station to Harz. However, there are services departing from Dresden central station and arriving at Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Harz?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Harz. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Wernigerode Hbf via Leipzig Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Dresden to Harz?

The distance between Dresden and Harz is 288 km. The road distance is 268.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Harz without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs €30 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Dresden to Harz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Harz bus from?

Dresden to Harz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Harz train from?

Dresden to Harz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Harz?

The best way to get from Dresden to Harz is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs €30 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Dresden to Harz bus arrive?

Dresden to Harz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Magdeburg central bus station.

Where does the Dresden to Harz train arrive?

Dresden to Harz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Harz?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Harz is 269 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Dresden to Harz.

Where can I stay near Harz?

There are 3058+ hotels available in Harz.

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There are 3 ways to get from Dresden to Harz by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Wernigerode Hbftrain Re
5h 3m
€33–91
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N67 / ...
2. Take the bus from Magdeburg Hbf to Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhofbus Re11
7h 30m
Drive 268.5 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Harzcar 268.5 km
2h 34m
€39–57

Dresden to Harz by train and bus

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Distance: 287.9 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Leipzig Hbf, Halle(Saale)Hbf, Wernigerode Hbf, and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dresden central station to Schierke, Parkhaus Winterbergtor via Magdeburg Hbf, Halberstadt, Hauptbahnhof, Halberstadt Hbf, Wernigerode Hbf, and Wernigerode, Hauptbahnhof in around 7h 30m.

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