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Trip Summary
There are usually 75 daily train trips available from Dessau-Roßlau to Otterbach. Traveling by train from Dessau-Roßlau to Otterbach usually takes 8 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 6 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 256 mi (411 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 22m |
| Lowest price | $79.93 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Dessau-Roßlau to Otterbach?
2 train services operate from Dessau to Otterbach. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 67 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 67 | 8h 8m | $83.09 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 8 | 6h 56m | $53.43 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Dessau-Roßlau to Otterbach start from $53, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Otterbach. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Dessau leaves from Roßlau(Elbe) and 3 other stations. And in Otterbach trains arrive at Lampertsmühle-Otterbach .
From Dessau-Roßlau to Otterbach train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Otterbach faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Dessau-Roßlau and Otterbach is approximately 256 miles, or 411 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 22 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.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Dessau-Roßlau to Otterbach. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Dessau-Roßlau at 12:00am 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 75 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 Otterbach to Dessau-Roßlau.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Dessau-Roßlau?
Main departure station: Rodleben
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Dessau-Roßlau where you can board the train.
All train stations in Dessau-Roßlau:
Rodleben
Dessau-Mosigkau
Roßlau(Elbe)
Meinsdorf
Where is the train station in Otterbach?
Main arrival station: Lampertsmühle-Otterbach
Otterbach has one train station.
All train stations in Otterbach:
Lampertsmühle-Otterbach
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