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Bauhaus Museum Dessau
Leading Bauhaus museum with original objects, design history, and changing exhibitions on one of the 20th century’s most influential schools.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hamburg for Dessau-Roßlau on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $209.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $358 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau:
A train is $290 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau costing on average $358.
Other travel options to Dessau-Roßlau take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 9m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (3h 22m by train vs 3h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $67 compared to roughly $56 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:52 AM Hamburg | 3h43 | 10:35 AM Dessau-Roßlau | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Dessau-Roßlau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dessau-Roßlau trip today.
Leading Bauhaus museum with original objects, design history, and changing exhibitions on one of the 20th century’s most influential schools.
Museum in the former school building presenting architecture, interiors, and Bauhaus history at the place where it actually happened.
Art museum in a landscaped palace showing paintings and graphic works, especially valuable for its setting in the Garden Realm.
Vast English-style park in the UNESCO Garden Realm, ideal for walks among lakes, bridges, and classicist landscape design.
Wooded UNESCO landscape park with winding paths and quiet scenery, ideal for a less crowded Garden Realm experience.
Former workers’ housing estate by Walter Gropius, notable for urban design and everyday Bauhaus architecture beyond the famous icons.
Bockwurst is a classic Saxony-Anhalt sausage, usually served hot with mustard and bread. It is a familiar regional snack in pubs, markets, and beer gardens.
Sülze is chilled jellied pork with vinegar, onions, and pickles. It is a traditional eastern German tavern dish, often served with fried potatoes.
Harzer Käse is a pungent low-fat sour milk cheese from the Harz region nearby. It is a local beer snack often eaten with onions and bread.
Established restaurant in the Bauhaus city center area serving modern German and seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting.
Traditional German brewery-style venue known for hearty regional dishes and beer in a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Well-known casual venue for regional Saxony-Anhalt fare, steaks, and classic German comfort food in a friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, meals, and local transit are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, making Dessau-Roßlau good value for city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
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Dessau Hbf -> Dessau Markt, Dessau-Roßlau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dessau-Roßlau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Dessau-Roßlau trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Dessau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dessau-Alten. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Dessau-Roßlau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Dessau Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Erstes Dessauer Kartoffelhaus, Ristorante Castello, Athos, Asado
Wi-Fi is available at Dessau Hbf. ATMs are available at Dessau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dessau Hbf. Information desks are available at Dessau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dessau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dessau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dessau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dessau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Fürst Leopold Hotel.
Dessau Süd is 4 km from Dessau-Roßlau city centre. Public transport options include:
Dessau Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Gaststätte Obstmustergarten, Hellas, Steiner's Wirtshaus & Eventlocation, Alanya Döner-Pizza-Pasta
Wi-Fi is available at Dessau Süd. ATMs are available at Dessau Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Dessau Süd. Information desks are available at Dessau Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Dessau Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dessau Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dessau Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dessau Süd.
Dessau-Alten is 3 km from Dessau-Roßlau city centre. Public transport options include:
Dessau-Alten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: China-Restaurant Chai Huo Hu, Bin, Leckerbissen Bistro in Alten, HUGOS Steakhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Dessau-Alten. ATMs are available at Dessau-Alten.
Ticket office support is available at Dessau-Alten. Information desks are available at Dessau-Alten.
Luggage storage is available at Dessau-Alten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dessau-Alten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dessau-Alten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dessau-Alten.
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