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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
€89
Average price
€113
Fastest journey
11 h 3 m
Average duration
12 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Dresden will cost around €113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Dresden without transferring at least 2 times.
ICL 50067 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11491
ECE 1199 · S1 · ICE 1272 · RJ 387
ICL 50051 · IC 5763 · 32883 · S3
RJ 13465 · S1 · ICE 605 · RJ 179
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 603 · RJ 385
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 603 · RJ 385
RJ 13465 · S1 · ICE 605 · RJ 179
ECE 397 · S3 · RJ 479
ICL 50051 · IC 5763 · 32883 · S3
ECE 1199 · S1 · ICE 1272 · RJ 387Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 323 miles (520 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€112 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price | €173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Copenhagen to Dresden:
A bus is €65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Dresden costing on average €112.
A bus is €155 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Dresden costing on average €202.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 17m.
Bus takes on average 10h 46m.
Tickets start at around €112 compared to roughly €173 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €61. The journey takes 9h 17m versus 8h 35m 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.
Direct services run with Danish Railways (DSB).
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 Copenhagen to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 603 · RJ 385 | On time 8:04 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h03 | 7:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJ 13465 · S1 · ICE 605 · RJ 179 | On time 10:04 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h03 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 50051 · IC 5763 · 32883 · S3 | On time 1:27 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h40 | 3:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ECE 397 · S3 · RJ 479 | On time 2:04 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h03 | 3:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICL 50067 · IC 5767 · 11191 · 11491 | 5:27 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h40 | 9:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 7 transfers | |
ECE 1199 · S1 · ICE 1272 · RJ 387 | On time 6:04 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h03 | 9:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Dresden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (520 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 323 miles (520 km) |
Average train duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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Dresden Hbf -> Altmarkt, Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Dresden trains use the København Hovedb. to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Dybboelsbro st is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Dybboelsbro st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Dybboelsbro st.
ATMs are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
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 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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