The average train between Detmold and Dessau takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Detmold to Dessau. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Detmold and Dessau. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detmold is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Dessau at 10:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Detmold to Dessau? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Dessau. However, there are services departing from Detmold station and arriving at Dessau station via Köthen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Detmold to Dessau train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB station.
Detmold to Dessau train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Köthen station.
Book your Detmold to Dessau train tickets online with Eurobahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Detmold and Dessau is 231.7 km. The road distance is 337 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köthen hourly. Tickets cost €50–200 and the journey takes 3h 13m.