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

The cheapest way to get from Zittau to Dessau is to bus and train which costs €29 - €75 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zittau to Dessau is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Zittau and Dessau?

No, there is no direct train from Zittau to Dessau. However, there are services departing from Zittau Bahnhof and arriving at Dessau Hbf via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Zittau to Dessau?

The distance between Zittau and Dessau is 275 km. The road distance is 274.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zittau to Dessau without a car is to train via Leipzig which takes 4h 23m and costs €55 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Zittau to Dessau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zittau to Dessau train from?

Zittau to Dessau train services, operated by trilex - Die Länderbahn GmbH DLB, depart from Zittau Bahnhof station.

Where does the Zittau to Dessau train arrive?

Zittau to Dessau train services, operated by trilex - Die Länderbahn GmbH DLB, arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Zittau to Dessau?

Yes, the driving distance between Zittau to Dessau is 275 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Zittau to Dessau.

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

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Where can I stay near Dessau?

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Zittau to Dessau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zittau to Dessau by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Leipzig
best
1. Take the train from Zittau Bahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain Re2
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dessau Hbftrain S2
4h 23m
€56–167
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zittau station to Dresden central stationbus 860 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Leipzig central train stationbus N67 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dessau Hbftrain S2
6h 9m
€29–73
Drive 274.6 km
1. Drive from Zittau to Dessaucar 274.6 km
2h 39m
€40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Zittau Bahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb61 / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Dessau Hbftrain 56 / ...
4h 36m
€68–169

Zittau to Dessau by train

254Weekly Trains

4h 23mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Zittau Bahnhof to Dessau Hbf via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and Leipzig Hbf in around 4h 23m.

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