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Trip Summary
There are 213 daily trains from Dessau to Leiden. Traveling by train from Dessau to Leiden usually takes around 10 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 7 hours and 42 minutes.
Distance | 330 mi (530 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 42m |
Lowest price | $60.50 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Dessau to Leiden?
There are 3 train lines with service from Dessau to Leiden. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 197 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 3 | 10h 17m | $60.50 |
Deutsche Bahn | 197 | 10h 20m | $77.62 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 13 | 14h 40m | $60.50 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Dessau to Leiden start from $60, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leiden. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Dessau leaves from Dessau-Mosigkau and one other station. And in Leiden trains arrive at De Vink and 2 other train stations.
From Dessau to Leiden train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 14 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leiden faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 42 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 13 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Leiden.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Dessau and Leiden is approximately 330 miles, or 530 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 35 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 42 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Dessau to Leiden. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Dessau at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 213 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Leiden to Dessau.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Dessau?
Main departure station: Dessau-Alten
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Dessau where you can board the train.
All train stations in Dessau:
Dessau-Alten
Rodleben
Roßlau(Elbe)
Meinsdorf
Dessau-Mosigkau
Dessau Süd
Where is the train station in Leiden?
Main arrival station: De Vink
There are more train stations and stops in Leiden than most cities. Most trains from Dessau will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Leiden:
Train stations in Leiden:
De Vink
Leiden Lammenschans
Leiden Centraal
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