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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Gotha is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Gotha is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Gotha?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Gotha. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Dresden to Gotha?

The distance between Dresden and Gotha is 263 km. The road distance is 241.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Gotha without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs €45 - €160.

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

The train from Dresden Hbf to Gotha takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Gotha train from?

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

Where does the Dresden to Gotha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Gotha is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Dresden to Gotha.

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

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 942+ hotels available in Gotha.

Dresden to Gotha - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dresden to Gotha by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Gothatrain 50
2h 19m
€45–160
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Leipzig central train stationbus N1367 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
2h 54m
€34–100
Drive 241.6 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Gothacar 241.6 km
2h 8m
€35–51

Dresden to Gotha by train

61Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.6 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Gotha every 4 hours. Tickets cost €45–160 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Le also services this route twice daily.

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