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Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
437 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $183.
Distance: 271 miles (437 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg 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 Bad Kreuznach to Dresden:
A train is $157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden costing on average $232.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 19m.
Train takes on average 7h 11m.
Tickets start at around $75 compared to roughly $97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22. The journey takes 7h 11m versus 5h 33m 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 Bad Kreuznach to Dresden 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 PM Bad Kreuznach | 6h12 | 11:45 PM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 5:27 AM Bad Kreuznach | 6h16 | 11:43 AM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:37 AM Bad Kreuznach | 6h07 | 1:44 PM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:39 AM Bad Kreuznach | 7h04 | 3:43 PM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:39 AM Bad Kreuznach | 7h04 | 5:43 PM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:39 PM Bad Kreuznach | 7h06 | 7:45 PM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:33 PM Bad Kreuznach | 6h12 | 9:45 PM Dresden | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 271 miles (437 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 271 miles (437 km) |
Average train duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
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One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Major Old Masters gallery with Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and superb European painting in the restored Zwinger complex.
Important porcelain collection presenting Asian and Meissen works. A concise stop for design, craftsmanship, and court luxury.
Baroque palace courtyard framed by Semperoper, Zwinger, and cathedral. It is Dresden’s ceremonial heart and a classic first stop.
Historic square around Frauenkirche with museums, terraces, and cafés nearby. A key base for exploring Dresden’s rebuilt center.
Open riverside meadows along the Elbe with superb skyline views. Ideal for picnics, cycling, and classic postcard panoramas.
A rich layered sheet cake baked on a spit with butter, eggs and marzipan. It is a classic Saxon festive specialty strongly associated with Dresden.
Dresden’s famous fruit bread made with raisins, candied peel, butter and icing sugar. Protected as Original Dresdner Christstollen and central to Christmas tradition.
Small fried dough pastries, often filled with fruit jam and dusted with sugar. A traditional Saxon sweet commonly enjoyed at fairs and festive times.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant with modern tasting menus and polished service, suited for a special culinary evening in Dresden.
Historic vaulted restaurant serving Saxon classics and local beer in a grand old-town setting near the Frauenkirche.
Traditional brewery pub pouring unfiltered house beer with hearty Saxon dishes. Lively, casual atmosphere in the historic centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals, and transit are usually a bit cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but central tourist areas cost more.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bad Kreuznach to Dresden 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 Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bad Kreuznach to Dresden trains use the Bad Kreuznach Station to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden Mitte. Use this guide to compare Bad Kreuznach and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bad Kreuznach Station 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: Ha Long Asia Imbiss, Nordsee, Ristorante Da Carlo, Café Wahl
Wi-Fi is available at Bad Kreuznach Station. ATMs are available at Bad Kreuznach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Kreuznach Station. Information desks are available at Bad Kreuznach Station.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Kreuznach Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Kreuznach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Kreuznach Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Kreuznach Station.
Nearby hotels include Michel Mort, Wolpertinger, BC-Hotel.
Bad Münster a Stein is 3 km from Bad Kreuznach city centre. Public transport options include:
Bad Münster a Stein 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: Rheingrafeneck, Weinaurant Bach, Süße Ecke, Kurpfälzer Amtshof
Wi-Fi is available at Bad Münster a Stein. ATMs are available at Bad Münster a Stein.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Münster a Stein. Information desks are available at Bad Münster a Stein.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Münster a Stein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Münster a Stein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Münster a Stein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Münster a Stein.
Nearby hotels include Ebernburger Hof, Hotel Naheschlößchen, Burgblick.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Hauptbahnhof 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: Burger King, asiagourmet, dean&david, Hot Dog King, Starbucks, Subway, BABA Döner, Marché, backWERK, Ditsch, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kipping, Pullman Dresden Newa, IntercityHotel Dresden.
Dresden Freiberger Straße is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Freiberger Straße 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: BrennNessel, VG Bistro, Antalya, Dix-Diner
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. ATMs are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Information desks are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Nearby hotels include Achat Hotel Dresden, Elbflorenz, Artis, Motel One Dresden am Zwinger.
Dresden Mitte is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Mitte 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: Italienisches Dörfchen, BrennNessel, Kahnaletto, Cafe Friedrichstadt
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Mitte. ATMs are available at Dresden Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Mitte. Information desks are available at Dresden Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Elbflorenz, Penck Hotel, Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt, Artis.
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