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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 on Sep 19
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
52 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lutherstadt Wittenberg 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 Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau-Roßlau will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 trains from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau-Roßlau, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
16164
16478
S2 · S2
S8 · S2
16164
16478
S8 · S2
S2 · S2Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau-Roßlau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.62. The journey takes 41m versus 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau-Roßlau trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16164 | 8:16 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg Hbf | 0h33 | 8:49 AM Dessau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · S2 | 8:43 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg Hbf | 1h03 | 9:46 AM Dessau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
16478 | 9:16 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg Hbf | 0h33 | 9:49 AM Dessau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S2 · S2 | 9:29 AM Lutherstadt Wittenberg Hbf | 1h17 | 10:46 AM Dessau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau-Roßlau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 4:17 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 Lutherstadt Wittenberg 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 Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau-Roßlau trains use the Lutherstadt Wittenberg to Dessau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Roßlau(Elbe). Use this guide to compare Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Dessau-Roßlau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lutherstadt Wittenberg is 2 km from Lutherstadt Wittenberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Lutherstadt Wittenberg 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: MGH-Mehrgenerationenhaus, Haus des Handwerks, El Toro, King Döner & Pizzeria
Wi-Fi is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg. ATMs are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Information desks are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lutherstadt Wittenberg.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Stadtpalais Wittenberg, Luther-Hotel Wittenberg, Hotel ACRON, Gasthaus Central.
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.
Roßlau(Elbe) is 5 km from Dessau-Roßlau city centre. Public transport options include:
Roßlau(Elbe) 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 "Zur Biethe", Subway, Orig. - Thüringer Rostbratwurst, Magdeburger Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Roßlau(Elbe). ATMs are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Ticket office support is available at Roßlau(Elbe). Information desks are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
Luggage storage is available at Roßlau(Elbe). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roßlau(Elbe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roßlau(Elbe): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roßlau(Elbe).
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