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Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
World-class Old Masters gallery in the Zwinger, famous for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and major European paintings.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf without transferring at least once.
21956 · ICE 905 · 16501
21940 · ICE 699 · 16539
S9 · ICE 905 · 16501
S9 · 21870 · IC 2177
S9 · IC 2177
21862 · RJ 175
21846 · RJ 173
21878 · RJ 383
21894 · RJ 177
18511 · IC 2175Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Dresden Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 51m by train vs 1h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $32 (€26) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S9 · 21838 · IC 2173 | On time 7:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h30 | 10:28 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21838 · IC 2173 | On time 8:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h12 | 10:28 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · RJ 173 | On time 8:27 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h40 | 11:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · 21846 · RJ 173 | On time 8:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h09 | 11:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21846 · RJ 173 | On time 9:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h51 | 11:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · IC 2175 | On time 9:47 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h41 | 12:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S85 · S47 · IC 2175 | On time 10:13 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h15 | 12:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S85 · S47 · IC 2175 | On time 10:13 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h15 | 12:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · RJ 175 | On time 10:27 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h40 | 1:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
18511 · IC 2175 | On time 10:31 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h57 | 12:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · 21862 · RJ 175 | On time 10:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h09 | 1:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21862 · RJ 175 | On time 11:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h51 | 1:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · IC 2177 | On time 11:47 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h41 | 2:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · 21870 · IC 2177 | On time 11:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 2h30 | 2:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21870 · IC 2177 | On time 12:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h12 | 2:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21878 · RJ 383 | On time 1:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h51 | 3:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21886 · IC 2179 | On time 2:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h12 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21894 · RJ 177 | On time 3:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1h51 | 5:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21902 · IC 2271 · 16527 | 4:16 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2h18 | 6:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21940 · ICE 699 · 16539 | 9:01 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 3h44 | 12:45 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 905 · 16501 | 9:27 PM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 8h07 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21956 · ICE 905 · 16501 | 11:01 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 6h33 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 6:42 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
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World-class Old Masters gallery in the Zwinger, famous for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and major European paintings.
The Green Vault displays extraordinary royal treasures, jewels, and Baroque decorative arts in Dresden Castle.
Major museum of modern and contemporary art plus sculpture, with important works from Romanticism to the present.
Riverside promenade known as the Balcony of Europe, offering classic views and easy access to major historic sites.
Reconstructed historic square around the Frauenkirche, central for architecture, photos, and city-center atmosphere.
Dresden’s traditional market square, important historically and often used for seasonal events and public gatherings.
Rich yeast bread with butter, dried fruit, candied peel and sugar, famously associated with Dresden and especially traditional at Christmas.
Classic Saxon sheet cake with a base, quark layer and fluffy egg-butter topping, especially beloved in Dresden cafés and bakeries.
Saxon-style marinated pot roast, usually served with red cabbage and dumplings, a traditional hearty regional Sunday dish.
Upscale dining venue in central Dresden, recognized for refined regional cuisine and an elegant setting.
Long-running traditional Dresden restaurant serving hearty Saxon and German dishes in a rustic, gemütlich setting.
Established Saxon restaurant in historic vaulted rooms, known for regional specialties and a traditional atmosphere popular with visitors.
Moderate for Germany. Budget eats are affordable, while hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. No tip needed for fast food.
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