What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Dessau?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Dessau is to bus and train which costs €60 - €110 and takes 11h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Dessau?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Dessau is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs €100 - €160.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Dessau?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Dessau. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Dessau Hbf via Hilversum, Berlin Hbf, Magdeburg Hbf and Guesten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Dessau?

The distance between Rotterdam and Dessau is 661 km. The road distance is 613.9 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Dessau without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Dessau without a car is to train and bus via Enschede which takes 11h 48m and costs €65 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Dessau?

It takes approximately 11h 48m to get from Rotterdam to Dessau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Dessau train from?

Rotterdam to Dessau train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Dessau train arrive?

Rotterdam to Dessau train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Hilversum station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Dessau?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Dessau is 614 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Rotterdam to Dessau.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to Dessau?

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Where can I stay near Dessau?

There are 127+ hotels available in Dessau.

Rotterdam to Dessau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Dessau 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, bus via Enschede
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Enschedetrain
3. Take the bus from Enschede to Magdeburg central bus stationbus
4. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Guestentrain Rb / ...
5. Take the train from Guesten to Dessau Hbftrain Rb
11h 48m
€66–128
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Magdeburg central bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Guestentrain Rb / ...
3. Take the train from Guesten to Dessau Hbftrain Rb
11h 57m
€63–102
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Hilversumtrain
2. Take the train from Hilversum to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain Re
4. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Guestentrain Rb / ...
5. Take the train from Guesten to Dessau Hbftrain Rb
12h 28m
€110–252
Drive 613.9 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Dessaucar 613.9 km
5h 52m
€108–155
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bonn Hbftrain
2. Take the bus from Bonn Hbf to Magdeburg ZOBbus
3. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Guestentrain Rb / ...
4. Take the train from Guesten to Dessau Hbftrain Rb
17h

Rotterdam to Dessau by train and bus

14Weekly Services

11h 48mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rotterdam to Dessau.

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Distance: 660.8 km
Duration: 11h 48m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Dessau, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Dessau Hbf via Hilversum, Berlin Hbf, Magdeburg Hbf, and Guesten in around 12h 28m.

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