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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Apolda is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Apolda is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Apolda?

No, there is no direct bus from Dresden station to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Dresden central station and arriving at Apolda, Busbahnhof via Jena, Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Apolda?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Apolda via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Dresden to Apolda?

The distance between Dresden and Apolda is 198 km. The road distance is 185 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Apolda without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Dresden to Apolda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Apolda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Apolda train from?

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

Train or bus from Dresden to Apolda?

The best way to get from Dresden to Apolda is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 280 bus, which costs and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Dresden to Apolda bus arrive?

Dresden to Apolda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Dresden to Apolda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Apolda?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Apolda is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Dresden to Apolda.

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

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Where can I stay near Apolda?

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Dresden to Apolda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 280 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dresden to Apolda 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
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf55 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to ApoldaRb20
2h 36m
€33–80
Drive 185 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dresden to Apolda185 km
1h 48m
€26–38
Bus, line 280 bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Jena bus stationN1305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jena, Busbahnhof to Apolda, Busbahnhof280 / ...
3h 10m

Dresden to Apolda by train

269Weekly Trains

2h 36mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.2 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Apolda via Leipzig Hbf in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dresden central station to Apolda, Busbahnhof via Jena, Busbahnhof in around 3h 10m.

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