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

The cheapest way to get from Hesse to Dresden is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hesse to Dresden is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs €130 - €300.

Is there a direct train between Hesse and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Hesse to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt Konstablerwache and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Hesse to Dresden?

The distance between Hesse and Dresden is 414 km. The road distance is 457.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hesse to Dresden without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 5h 37m and costs €85 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Hesse to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hesse to Dresden train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hesse to Dresden?

The best way to get from Hesse to Dresden is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs €130 - €300. Alternatively, you can train via Erfurt, which costs €85 - €310 and takes 5h 37m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Hesse to Dresden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hesse to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Hesse to Dresden is 457 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Hesse to Dresden.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2118+ hotels available in Dresden.

Hesse to Dresden - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Hesse to Dresden by plane, 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.

Fly to Dresden Airport
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
2h 57m
€135–299
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Dresden central stationbus N1305 / ...
7h 19m
€30–60
Train via Erfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
5h 37m
€85–301
Drive 457.3 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt am Main to Dresdencar 457.3 km
3h 52m
€66–96
Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
2. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 56m
€128–259
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
6h 17m
€100–331
Train #2
1. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Dresden Hbftrain Ec
7h 43m
€101–191

Hesse to Dresden by train

92Weekly Trains

5h 37mAverage Duration

€85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.8 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Lufthansa flies from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Frankfurt Konstablerwache to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf in around 5h 37m.

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