- Must visit
Kleist-Museum
Main city museum on Heinrich von Kleist’s life and work, with manuscripts, exhibitions, and strong links to German literary history.
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder) 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 (Oder) will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dresden for Frankfurt (Oder) on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder):
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder) costing on average €39.
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Oder) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.18. The journey takes 2h 54m versus 2h 30m 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 Frankfurt (Oder) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:35 AM Dresden | 3h47 | 12:22 PM Frankfurt (Oder) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 12:28 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Frankfurt (Oder) — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt (Oder) trip today.
Main city museum on Heinrich von Kleist’s life and work, with manuscripts, exhibitions, and strong links to German literary history.
Museum in medieval St. Marien Church presenting the famed church windows and the city’s sacred art in a dramatic historic setting.
Regional history museum with exhibitions on Frankfurt’s urban development, trade, and everyday life from the Middle Ages onward.
Historic central square framed by major civic buildings and St. Mary’s Church; the best starting point for exploring the old town.
Riverside park and promenade along the Oder with broad views toward Poland, ideal for walks, cycling, and sunset city panoramas.
Main shopping street in the center, useful for seeing everyday city life, postwar urban rebuilding, and local retail culture.
Hearty Brandenburg potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and herbs. It is a simple regional staple suited to the area’s farmhouse cooking.
Pickled gherkins from the wider Brandenburg region, known for their crisp texture and sweet-sour brine. They are a classic local snack and side dish.
Freshwater pike-perch from Brandenburg waters, usually pan-fried or baked. It is prized locally for its delicate flesh and strong river-lake tradition.
Established Greek restaurant popular with locals for grilled meats, generous portions, and a relaxed traditional dining atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant in the historic Kleist Forum area, known for refined German and seasonal cuisine in a polished setting.
Casual Italian venue serving pizza and pasta in a central setting. It is a reliable choice for relaxed meals and family dining.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Berlin, while local transit and everyday costs stay reasonable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest: round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
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Frankfurt (Oder) Bahnhof -> Frankfurt (Oder) Zentrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder) 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 (Oder), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Frankfurt (Oder) trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt (Oder) station pair, with some services arriving at Helenesee. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Frankfurt (Oder) 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 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.
Frankfurt (Oder) is 1 km from Frankfurt (Oder) city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Oder) 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: Restaurant & Cafe "Am Kleistpark", Subway, Gränz Kaffee, Cafè Diana
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Oder). ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Oder).
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Oder). Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Oder).
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Oder). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Oder): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Oder): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Oder).
Nearby hotels include Palais am Kleistpark.
Helenesee is 9 km from Frankfurt (Oder) city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Helenesee 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: Strandperle
Wi-Fi is available at Helenesee. ATMs are available at Helenesee.
Ticket office support is available at Helenesee. Information desks are available at Helenesee.
Luggage storage is available at Helenesee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Helenesee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Helenesee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Helenesee.
Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten is 5 km from Frankfurt (Oder) city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten. ATMs are available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten. Information desks are available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt(Oder)-Rosengarten.
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