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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport without transferring at least once.
ICE 1650 · S810:11 AM4h48Dresden Hbf2:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$1411One-way1 transfer- IC 2440 · ICE 599 · S911:22 AM4h52Dresden Hbf4:14 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$1411One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1650 · ICE 373+
2436810:11 AM4h55Dresden Hbf3:06 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1411One-way2 transfers - IC 2048 · ICE 597 · ICE 7209:22 AM4h57Dresden Hbf2:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1421One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · ICE 7228:44 AM4h35Dresden Hbf1:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1421One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · ICE 7228:44 AM4h35Dresden Hbf1:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1421One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · S88:44 AM4h45Dresden Hbf1:29 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$1581One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1650 · S810:11 AM4h48Dresden Hbf2:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$1411One-way1 transfer
- ICE 892 · S88:11 AM4h48Dresden Hbf12:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$1581One-way1 transfer
- IC 2048 · ICE 597 · S99:22 AM4h52Dresden Hbf2:14 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$1581One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $169.
Distance: 237 miles (382 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $289 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $109 (€87).
A bus is $248 (€199) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $289 (€232).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 49m.
Bus takes on average 5h 53m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (4h 49m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $109 (€87) compared to roughly $86 (€69) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 892 · S8 | On time 8:11 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h48 | 12:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · S8 | On time 8:44 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h45 | 1:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1746 · ICE 837 · ICE 722 | On time 8:44 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h35 | 1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2048 · ICE 597 · ICE 720 | On time 9:22 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h57 | 2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2048 · ICE 597 · S9 | On time 9:22 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h52 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1650 · S8 | On time 10:11 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h48 | 2:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1650 · ICE 373+24368 | On time 10:11 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h55 | 3:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2440 · ICE 599 · S9 | On time 11:22 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h52 | 4:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 237 miles (382 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 237 miles (382 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $27 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
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