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Museum Bautzen
Main city museum in Ortenburg Castle, presenting Bautzen’s urban history, art, and regional culture in a dramatic historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Bautzen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Bautzen will cost around zł 101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł 97.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 32 trains from Dresden to Bautzen, including 14 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 50 m 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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Trains from Dresden to Bautzen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł 80 but you can travel from only zł 24 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 49m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Bautzen.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Bautzen trains for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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STR 10+ 5679 | 12:19 PM Dresden | 0h54 | 1:13 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
5679 | 12:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h50 | 1:13 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76521 | 12:49 PM Dresden | 1h06 | 1:55 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76521 | 12:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 1:55 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 20849 · 5681 | 1:19 PM Dresden | 0h59 | 2:18 PM Bautzen station | 2 transfers | |
20849 · 5681 | 1:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 2:18 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
STR 10+ 76523 | 1:49 PM Dresden | 1h04 | 2:53 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76523 | 1:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h00 | 2:53 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 5683 | 2:19 PM Dresden | 0h54 | 3:13 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
5683 | 2:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h50 | 3:13 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76525 | 2:49 PM Dresden | 1h06 | 3:55 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76525 | 2:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 3:55 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 5685 | 3:19 PM Dresden | 1h03 | 4:22 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
5685 | 3:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h54 | 4:22 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76527 | 3:49 PM Dresden | 1h04 | 4:53 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76527 | 3:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h00 | 4:53 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 26907 | 4:19 PM Dresden | 0h54 | 5:13 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
26907 | 4:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h50 | 5:13 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76529 | 4:49 PM Dresden | 1h06 | 5:55 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76529 | 4:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 5:55 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 20853 · 5687 | 5:19 PM Dresden | 0h59 | 6:18 PM Bautzen station | 2 transfers | |
20853 · 5687 | 5:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 6:18 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
STR 10+ 76531 | 5:49 PM Dresden | 1h04 | 6:53 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76531 | 5:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h00 | 6:53 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 5689 | 6:19 PM Dresden | 0h54 | 7:13 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
5689 | 6:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h50 | 7:13 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76533 | 6:49 PM Dresden | 1h06 | 7:55 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76533 | 6:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 7:55 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 20855 · 26909 | 7:18 PM Dresden | 1h00 | 8:18 PM Bautzen station | 2 transfers | |
STR 10 · S1 · S8 · Bus 530 | 7:22 PM Dresden | 1h52 | 9:14 PM Bautzen station | 3 transfers | |
20855 · 26909 | 7:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 8:18 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
S1 · S8 · Bus 530 | 7:30 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h44 | 9:14 PM Bautzen station | 2 transfers | |
STR 10+ 26911 | 8:14 PM Dresden | 1h04 | 9:18 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
26911 | 8:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 9:18 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76535 | 8:44 PM Dresden | 1h11 | 9:55 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76535 | 8:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 9:55 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 26913 | 9:14 PM Dresden | 1h04 | 10:18 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
26913 | 9:23 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 10:18 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76537 | 10:14 PM Dresden | 1h05 | 11:19 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76537 | 10:22 PM Dresden Hbf | 0h57 | 11:19 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
76539 | 11:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 1h01 | 12:48 AM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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5793 | 8:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 0h50 | 9:13 AM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
76513 | 8:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 9:55 AM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 26905 · 20845 | 9:19 AM Dresden | 0h59 | 10:18 AM Bautzen station | 2 transfers | |
20845 · 26905 | 9:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 10:18 AM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
STR 10+ 76515 | 9:49 AM Dresden | 1h04 | 10:53 AM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76515 | 9:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 1h00 | 10:53 AM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 5675 | 10:19 AM Dresden | 0h54 | 11:13 AM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
5675 | 10:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 0h50 | 11:13 AM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 76517 | 10:49 AM Dresden | 1h06 | 11:55 AM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76517 | 10:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 11:55 AM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10+ 26903 · 20847 | 11:19 AM Dresden | 0h59 | 12:18 PM Bautzen station | 2 transfers | |
20847 · 26903 | 11:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 0h55 | 12:18 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
STR 10+ 76519 | 11:49 AM Dresden | 1h04 | 12:53 PM Bautzen station | 1 transfer | |
76519 | 11:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 1h00 | 12:53 PM Bautzen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Dresden to Bautzen with trilex, Thameslink, and Deutsche Bahn. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Thameslink and Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Bautzen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bautzen trip today.
Main city museum in Ortenburg Castle, presenting Bautzen’s urban history, art, and regional culture in a dramatic historic setting.
Leading museum on Sorbian culture, language, and traditions, essential for understanding the unique Slavic minority heritage of Upper Lusatia.
Memorial museum at the former prison documenting Nazi and GDR persecution through exhibitions, preserved cells, and historical interpretation.
Bautzen’s main market square, framed by colorful historic buildings and the town hall; the best place to feel the old town’s atmosphere.
Beautifully preserved old town district of lanes, towers, and viewpoints; ideal for strolling and discovering Bautzen’s medieval character.
Scenic riverside area below the old town with postcard views of walls and towers rising above the Spree Valley.
Bautz’ner Senf is the town’s iconic mustard, known across eastern Germany for its balanced heat and long local production tradition.
Sorbische Hochzeitssuppe is a festive Sorbian wedding soup with broth, vegetables, and meatballs, served at major family celebrations.
Quark mit Leinöl und Kartoffeln is a Lusatian staple of fresh quark, linseed oil, and potatoes, valued for simple farm ingredients.
Historic restaurant in Bautzen’s old town, known for Saxon and Lusatian dishes in a traditional setting near key sights.
Established brewery restaurant serving hearty German fare and house beer in a vaulted, atmospheric venue close to the center.
Well-known traditional restaurant with regional specialties and a refined rustic atmosphere in Bautzen’s historic core.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, while local transit and daily essentials remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and small change is fine for cafes.
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Bautzen Bahnhof -> Kornmarkt, Bautzen
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bautzen.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Bautzen 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 Bautzen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Bautzen trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Bautzen station pair. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Bautzen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Bautzen 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: Ristorante Pizzeria Rossini, Die kleine Kneipe, Schwerdtner, Caffé Creme VENEZIA
Wi-Fi is available at Bautzen. ATMs are available at Bautzen.
Ticket office support is available at Bautzen. Information desks are available at Bautzen.
Luggage storage is available at Bautzen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bautzen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bautzen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bautzen.
Nearby hotels include Residence, Spreepension, Best Western Plus Hotel, Zum Handtuch.
Check train stations information for Dresden and Bautzen, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.