- Must visit
Museum Barberini
World-class art museum in Potsdam with changing exhibitions from Impressionism to contemporary art in a landmark palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
kr191
Average ticket price on Sep 08
kr349
Fastest journey on Sep 08
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
2 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 08
16
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Brandenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Brandenburg will cost around kr349 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr191.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Brandenburg without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Brandenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr199 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr199, while a train costs an average of kr287.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr287 Average price | kr199 Average price Cheapest | kr240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Brandenburg:
A bus is kr88 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Brandenburg costing on average kr287.
Other travel options to Brandenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 5m.
Tickets start at around kr287 compared to roughly kr240 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-46.57. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 44m 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 Dresden to Brandenburg trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:35 AM Dresden | 3h22 | 10:57 AM Brandenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Dresden to Brandenburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr287 but you can travel from only kr199 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price kr287 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Brandenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brandenburg trip today.
World-class art museum in Potsdam with changing exhibitions from Impressionism to contemporary art in a landmark palace.
Leading modern art museum in Cottbus, housed in a former diesel power station with strong East German and contemporary collections.
Second branch of Brandenburg's modern art museum, showing paintings, graphics, and temporary exhibitions in central Cottbus.
Vast UNESCO park of palaces, temples, and lakeside paths; the essential landscape experience in Potsdam.
Famous landscape park and cross-border garden realm in Bad Muskau, celebrated for long walks, vistas, and UNESCO status.
Elegant central square lined with major museums and churches, ideal for architecture, photos, and old-town atmosphere.
Spreewälder Gurken are pickled cucumbers from the Spreewald, famous for their crisp texture and dill, mustard, or horseradish flavors. A signature regional preserve.
Pellkartoffeln mit Quark pairs boiled potatoes with seasoned fresh curd cheese. It is a simple, traditional meal long associated with Brandenburg farmhouse cooking.
Königsberger Klopse are tender meatballs in a creamy caper sauce, served across eastern Germany and long established on Brandenburg menus as hearty comfort food.
Traditional brewery restaurant in Potsdam serving German classics and house beer in a lively, rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Well-known Potsdam venue for Austrian and regional dishes with a polished but relaxed atmosphere. Strong reputation for quality and service.
Historic Potsdam restaurant known for refined regional cuisine in an elegant setting near Sanssouci. Good choice for a classic Brandenburg dining experience.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Berlin, while regional trains and local transit stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Brandenburg Hbf -> Neustadt Markt, Brandenburg an der Havel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Brandenburg 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 Brandenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Brandenburg trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Brandenburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Brandenburg Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Brandenburg 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 Freiberger Straße is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Freiberger Straße 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: BrennNessel, VG Bistro, Antalya, Dix-Diner
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. ATMs are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Information desks are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Nearby hotels include Achat Hotel Dresden, Elbflorenz, Artis, Motel One Dresden am Zwinger.
Brandenburg Hbf is 2 km from Brandenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Brandenburg 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: Pizzahaus Steinofenpizza, MalaBar Indisches Restaurant, McDonald's, Darin Kebap
Wi-Fi is available at Brandenburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Brandenburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Brandenburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Brandenburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Brandenburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brandenburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brandenburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brandenburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City Hotel Brandenburg, Hotel am Molkenmarkt.
Brandenburg Altstadt is 1 km from Brandenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Brandenburg Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ventuno, Eurogrill, Asia-Schnellimbiss, Marienbad Bistro
Wi-Fi is available at Brandenburg Altstadt. ATMs are available at Brandenburg Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Brandenburg Altstadt. Information desks are available at Brandenburg Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Brandenburg Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brandenburg Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brandenburg Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brandenburg Altstadt.
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