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

The cheapest way to get from Mechernich to Dresden is to train and bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 10h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechernich to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 4h 46m and costs €100 - €350.

Is there a direct train between Mechernich and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Mechernich to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Mechernich Bf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Frankfurt and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Mechernich to Dresden?

The distance between Mechernich and Dresden is 720 km. The road distance is 586.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechernich to Dresden without a car is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 7h 42m and costs €90 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Mechernich to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechernich to Dresden train from?

Mechernich to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mechernich Bf station.

Where does the Mechernich to Dresden train arrive?

Mechernich to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Mechernich to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechernich to Dresden is 587 km. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Mechernich to Dresden.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1973+ hotels available in Dresden.

Mechernich to Dresden - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Mechernich to Dresden by train, bus, night train, 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 Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
best
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt41 / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbf13 / ...
4. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof50 / ...
7h 42m
€92–267
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln HbfRb24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Dresden central stationN20
10h 57m
€33–56
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Hbf
2. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Halle(Saale)HbfNj
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Borsdorf(Sachs)S3
4. Take the train from Borsdorf(Sachs) to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
14h 26m
€91–328
Drive 586.9 km
1. Drive from Mechernich to Dresden586.9 km
5h 45m
€84–122
Train
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz BfRb24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Dresden HauptbahnhofFlx30
10h
€42–107
Train, train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Duesseldorf Flughafen
3. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)DUS - DRS
4h 46m
€106–346
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Hbf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dresden Airport (DRS)CGN - DRS
6h 13m
€163–316
Train, train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)FRA - DRS
4h 56m
€176–397
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mechernich Bf to Köln Hbf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)CGN - BER
3. Take the train from S Schönefeld to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
6h 27m

Mechernich to Dresden by train

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7h 42mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 719.7 km
Duration: 7h 42m

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You can take a train from Mechernich Bf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Frankfurt, and Leipzig Hbf in around 7h 42m.

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