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Vonderau Museum
Fulda's main city museum in the palace, presenting regional history, decorative arts, and princely state rooms.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€26
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Fulda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Fulda will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Dresden to Fulda, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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 Fulda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €83, while a flight costs an average of €314.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€83 Average price Cheapest | €314 Average price | €54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Fulda:
A train is €231 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Fulda costing on average €314.
Other travel options to Fulda take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 55m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (3h 55m by train vs 4h 0m by car). Tickets start at around €83 compared to roughly €54 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 Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Fulda trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:22 PM Dresden | 3h25 | 7:47 PM Fulda | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 5:53 AM Dresden | 6h10 | 12:03 PM Fulda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Dresden | 6h48 | 1:03 PM Fulda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Dresden | 6h48 | 2:03 PM Fulda | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Dresden to Fulda run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Fulda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fulda trip today.
Fulda's main city museum in the palace, presenting regional history, decorative arts, and princely state rooms.
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, liturgical treasures, and artifacts tied to Fulda's monastic past.
Children's academy museum with the interactive 'Walk-In Heart', making science and learning engaging for families.
Formal Baroque gardens by the palace, perfect for strolling among hedges, flowerbeds, and city-center views.
Historic old town area with half-timbered buildings, small lanes, and a pleasant setting for casual walks.
Lively central square framed by historic facades, shops, and churches, ideal for experiencing old Fulda on foot.
A hearty Hessian potato sausage made with pork, potatoes and spices. It is a regional comfort food long linked to rural cooking around Fulda.
A green herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. A classic Hessian spring dish popular across the region.
A rustic sour milk cheese with a sharp aroma, often served with onions and vinegar. It is a traditional Hessian tavern snack enjoyed with cider or bread.
Established upscale restaurant with modern fine dining, seasonal ingredients and polished service. Good choice for a special meal in Fulda.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty Hessian and German dishes with local beers in a casual, lively setting.
Well-known local inn with classic Franconian and Hessian comfort food, generous portions and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit and simple meals are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up small fares for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Fulda 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 Fulda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Fulda trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Fulda Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Eichenzell. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Fulda 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.
Fulda Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Fulda Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Fulda Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fulda Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fulda Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB.
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