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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 Oct 22
€29
Average ticket price on Oct 22
€42
Fastest journey on Oct 22
6 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
6 h 22 m
Trains on Oct 22
10
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Dresden will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 10 trains from Dortmund to Dresden, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct trains cover the 439 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 3 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixTrainTrains from Dortmund to Dresden run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Dresden trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 617 · IC 60409 · 16503 · STR 8 | 8:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 10h09 | 6:45 AM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
ICE 617 · IC 60409 · 16503 | 8:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 9h58 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
IC 2443 | On time 8:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h22 | 2:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 845 · IC 2443 | On time 8:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h04 | 2:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
89711 · ICE 555 · 16119 · 16523 | 8:55 AM Dortmund Hbf | 7h39 | 4:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2441 | On time 10:28 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h22 | 4:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 847 · IC 2441 | On time 10:47 AM Dortmund Hbf | 6h03 | 4:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 1:51 PM Dortmund Hbf | 9h54 | 11:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 1:51 PM Dortmund Hbf | 7h09 | 9:00 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:51 PM Dortmund Hbf | 7h00 | 8:51 PM Dresden-Neustadt station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 5:51 PM Dortmund Hbf | 8h59 | 2:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 5:51 PM Dortmund Hbf | 8h44 | 2:35 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
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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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Dresden Hbf -> Altmarkt, Dresden
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Dresden trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund Hbf 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
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.
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