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

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Dresden is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Magdeburg central bus station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Magdeburg and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Magdeburg Hbf and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Dresden?

The distance between Magdeburg and Dresden is 237 km. The road distance is 225.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €40 - €180.

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

The train from Magdeburg Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Dresden train from?

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

Train or bus from Magdeburg to Dresden?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Dresden is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €40 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Magdeburg to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Magdeburg to Dresden train arrive?

Magdeburg to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Dresden is 225 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Magdeburg to Dresden.

How do I get a train ticket from Magdeburg to Dresden?

Book your Magdeburg to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Magdeburg to Dresden?

Book your Magdeburg to Dresden bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Magdeburg to Dresden?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Magdeburg and Dresden. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Magdeburg to Dresden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Magdeburg to Dresden by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 56 / ...
2h 29m
€40–180
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Magdeburg to Dresdenrideshare 226.3 km
2h 35m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Dresden central stationbus N367 / ...
3h 30m
€19–35
Drive 225.4 km
1. Drive from Magdeburg to Dresdencar 225.4 km
1h 58m
€33–47
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from Magdeburg-Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain Re13
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Mittetrain Re50
3h 38m
€52–87

Magdeburg to Dresden by train

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Distance: 237.2 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt every 3 hours. Tickets cost €40–180 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Dresden central station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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