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

The cheapest way to get from Weimar to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Weimar to Dresden is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Weimar and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Weimar central train station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Weimar and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Weimar and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Weimar to Dresden?

The distance between Weimar and Dresden is 256 km. The road distance is 195.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Weimar to Dresden without a car is to train via Leipzig which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Weimar to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weimar to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Weimar to Dresden train from?

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

Train or bus from Weimar to Dresden?

The best way to get from Weimar to Dresden is to train via Leipzig which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €25 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Weimar to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Weimar to Dresden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Weimar to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Weimar to Dresden is 196 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Weimar to Dresden.

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

Book your Weimar to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2113+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Weimar to Dresden?

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

Weimar to Dresden - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Weimar to Dresden by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train via Leipzig
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2h 47m
€45–241
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Weimar to Dresdenrideshare 195.5 km
2h 18m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weimar central train station to Dresden central stationbus N3205 / ...
3h 5m
€15–25
Drive 195.7 km
1. Drive from Weimar to Dresdencar 195.7 km
1h 55m
€29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Weimar to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain Drf
3h 10m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Weimar to Gera Hbftrain Re3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gera Hbf to Glauchau, Bahnhofbus Re1
3. Take the train from Glauchau(Sachs) to Dresden Mittetrain Re / ...
4h 7m
€38–264

Weimar to Dresden by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.9 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Weimar to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Leipzig Hbf in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Weimar central train station to Dresden central station twice daily. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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