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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Merseburg is to bus which costs €11 - €26 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Merseburg is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Merseburg?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Merseburg. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Merseburg Hbf via Leipzig Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Dresden to Merseburg?

The distance between Dresden and Merseburg is 169 km. The road distance is 139.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Merseburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €30 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Dresden to Merseburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Merseburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Dresden to Merseburg?

The best way to get from Dresden to Merseburg is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €26 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Dresden to Merseburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Merseburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Merseburg is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Dresden to Merseburg.

Where can I stay near Merseburg?

There are 726+ hotels available in Merseburg.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Dresden to Merseburg 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 Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 55 / ...
1h 57m
€31–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Hallebus N67 / ...
2h 43m
€11–25
Drive 139.9 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Merseburgcar 139.9 km
1h 38m
€20–29

Dresden to Merseburg by train

275Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.2 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Merseburg Hbf via Leipzig Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Halle 3 times a day. Tickets cost €9–16 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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