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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Forchheim is to bus which costs €28 - €55 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Forchheim is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Forchheim (Oberfr) via Erfurt Hbf and Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Dresden to Forchheim?

The distance between Dresden and Forchheim is 387 km. The road distance is 281.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Forchheim without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 3h 41m and costs €50 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Dresden to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Forchheim train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Dresden to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Dresden to Forchheim is to train via Erfurt which takes 3h 41m and costs €50 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 4h 19m, you could also fly, which costs €180 - €470 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Dresden to Forchheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Forchheim is 282 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Dresden to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 308+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Dresden to Forchheim - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Dresden to Forchheim by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Bambergtrain 28 / ...
3h 41m
€53–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Bamberg train stationbus N1222
4h 19m
€28–53
Drive 281.9 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Forchheimcar 281.9 km
2h 51m
€40–58
Fly
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane DRS - NUE
5h 28m
€189–468
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbftrain Re3
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bambergtrain Re35
5h 44m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bambergtrain Re35
5h 44m
€68–97

Dresden to Forchheim by train

66Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.8 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Forchheim (Oberfr) via Erfurt Hbf and Bamberg in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Bamberg train station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €20–45 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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