How to travel from Dresden to Gifhorn

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Compare train for Dresden to Gifhorn

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Gifhorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €463.

Distance: 168 miles (271 km)

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€27

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€463

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€86

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€48

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4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

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4h 29m

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2h 29m

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4h 1m

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3h 31m

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3h 36m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Gifhorn is a bus with an average price of €27.

This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Gifhorn:

A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Gifhorn costing on average €86.

A bus is €435 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Gifhorn costing on average €463.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Gifhorn is by train with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Gifhorn take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 4h 58m.

Yes, you can take a train between Dresden and Gifhorn.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Gifhorn among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Dresden to Gifhorn

How to get from Dresden to Gifhorn by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Dresden to Gifhorn is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:22 AM4h20
    Dresden
    9:42 AMGifhorn
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    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:22 AM4h20
    Dresden
    9:42 AMGifhorn
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    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:22 AM4h20
    Dresden
    9:42 AMGifhorn
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    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    7:22 AM4h20
    Dresden
    11:42 AMGifhorn
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    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    9:22 AM4h20
    Dresden
    1:42 PMGifhorn
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    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    11:22 AM4h20
    Dresden
    3:42 PMGifhorn
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    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dresden to Gifhorn

Travel to Gifhorn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dresden to Gifhorn.

FAQs
You can travel between Dresden and Gifhorn by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Gifhorn is a bus with an average price of €27.

This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Gifhorn:

A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Gifhorn costing on average €86.

A bus is €435 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Gifhorn costing on average €463.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Gifhorn is by train with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Gifhorn take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 4h 58m.

The distance from Dresden to Gifhorn is approximately 168 miles (271 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Gifhorn is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Gifhorn as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dresden to Gifhorn:
  • Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Braunschweig, Berliner Platz (ZOB).
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Gifhorn station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Hannover Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Gifhorn, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Gifhorn by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Gifhorn by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Gifhorn by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dresden to Gifhorn:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Gifhorn often also extend their vacation to go to Wolfsburg, Hanover, Brunswick, Berlin, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gifhorn and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Gifhorn to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Gifhorn can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit the International Wind and Watermill Museum, stroll through the town center, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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