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Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bamberg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bamberg to Dresden will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Bamberg to Dresden without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Bamberg to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:02, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 2:02 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bamberg to Dresden.
The table below shows live departures for Bamberg to Dresden trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3001 · 74011 · Bus RE3 | 6:40 AM Bamberg | 4h42 | 11:22 AM Dresden | 2 transfers | |
ICE 804 · ICE 696 · 16513 | On time 7:40 AM Bamberg | 3h54 | 11:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 804 · ICE 696 · 16513 · STR 10 | On time 7:40 AM Bamberg | 3h58 | 11:38 AM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
ICE 602 · ICE 1555 · STR 10 | On time 8:42 AM Bamberg | 3h17 | 11:59 AM Dresden | 2 transfers | |
ICE 602 · ICE 1555 | On time 8:42 AM Bamberg | 3h01 | 11:43 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 802 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 | On time 9:41 AM Bamberg | 3h09 | 12:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 508 · ICE 1559 | On time 12:42 PM Bamberg | 3h01 | 3:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4912 · ICE 1206 · EC 133 · IC 2179 | On time 12:55 PM Bamberg | 3h33 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
4912 · ICE 1206 · 16523 | 12:55 PM Bamberg | 3h39 | 4:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 506 · ICE 1651 | On time 2:42 PM Bamberg | 3h01 | 5:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3009 · 74027 · Bus RE3 | 2:46 PM Bamberg | 4h36 | 7:22 PM Dresden | 2 transfers | |
ICE 706 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 | On time 3:40 PM Bamberg | 3h10 | 6:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 504 · ICE 1653 | On time 4:42 PM Bamberg | 3h03 | 7:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4920 · ICE 90 · 16531 | 4:55 PM Bamberg | 3h39 | 8:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 502 · ICE 1655 | On time 6:42 PM Bamberg | 3h03 | 9:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 702 · ICE 594 · IC 2045 | On time 7:40 PM Bamberg | 3h10 | 10:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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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 Bamberg 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 Bamberg to Dresden trains use the Bamberg to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Bamberg and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bamberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
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-Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Neustadt 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: ElbUferei, Raskolnikoff, Byblos, Kantine No. 2
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden, Rothenburger Hof, Mezcalero, Villa Romantika.
Dresden-Klotzsche is 7 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Klotzsche 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: Estancia Steakhouse Klotzsche, Thien-Cung-Bistro, Pizza Iboli, Kurhaus Klotzsche
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Klotzsche. ATMs are available at Dresden-Klotzsche.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Klotzsche. Information desks are available at Dresden-Klotzsche.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Klotzsche. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden-Klotzsche: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden-Klotzsche: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Klotzsche.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kaden, Novum Hotel Dresden Airport, Kurhaus Klotzsche.
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