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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 on Sep 20
$123
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$204
Fastest journey on Sep 20
9 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
9 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 20
34
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Dresden will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Bolzano to Dresden without transferring at least 2 times.
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
Intercity 611+
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
Regionale 16671+
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
RJ 86 · ICE 1002 · ICE 1655
RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657
RJ 86 · ICE 502 · ICE 1655
RJ 86 · ICE 502 · ICE 1655
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $45, while a flight costs an average of $825.
Distance: 333 miles (537 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $825 Average price | $180 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Dresden:
A train is $63 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bolzano to Dresden costing on average $108.
A train is $780 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolzano to Dresden costing on average $825.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 36m.
Train takes on average 12h 8m.
Tickets start at around $45 compared to roughly $180 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $134. The journey takes 12h 8m versus 7h 59m 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 Bolzano to Dresden trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | Delayed 12:35 PM 2:34 PMBolzano/Bozen | 10h30 | 1:04 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 80 · ICE 904 · S35 · EC 459 | On time 6:34 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h32 | 7:06 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3427+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 18h45 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 5:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 18h33 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 16h33 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 22h22 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3463+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 23h03 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16663+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 16h09 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16663+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 22h58 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16663+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 21h58 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 20h49 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 15h00 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 21h49 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16671+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 9:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 19h58 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16671+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 9:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 20h58 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16671+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 9:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 14h09 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16039+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 19h03 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16039+ RJ 84 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h14 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16039+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 20h03 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16673+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 11:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h58 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16673+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 11:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 18h58 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 611+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 11:51 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h43 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 611+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 11:51 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 18h43 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3841+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 12:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h03 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3841+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 12:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 18h03 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJ 86 · ICE 1002 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:34 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 9h11 | 9:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 86 · ICE 502 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:34 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 9h11 | 9:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 86 · ICE 502 · ICE 1655 | On time 12:34 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 9h11 | 9:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ RJ 82 · ICE 908 · 16501 | 1:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 16h22 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 1:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 17h22 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16685+ RJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503 | 1:36 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 16h58 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Bolzano to Dresden run on average 30 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (537 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 333 miles (537 km) |
Average train duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
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Discover the best of Dresden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dresden trip today.
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 Bolzano 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 Bolzano to Dresden trains use the Bolzano-Bozen to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
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.
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