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August Horch Museum
Flagship museum on Audi and Auto Union history with rare cars and modern displays. Essential for understanding Zwickau’s automotive legacy.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Zwickau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Zwickau will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Zwickau without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Dresden to Zwickau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Zwickau.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Zwickau trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Bus RE3 · 74046 | 6:00 AM Dresden | 2h18 | 8:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74006 | 6:33 AM Dresden | 1h52 | 8:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74048 | 7:03 AM Dresden | 2h15 | 9:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74008 | 7:33 AM Dresden | 1h52 | 9:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74050 | 8:03 AM Dresden | 2h15 | 10:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74010 | 8:33 AM Dresden | 1h52 | 10:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74052 | 9:03 AM Dresden | 2h15 | 11:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus 62 · 74052 | 9:03 AM Dresden Hbf | 2h15 | 11:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74012 | 9:33 AM Dresden | 1h52 | 11:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus 62 · 74012 | 9:33 AM Dresden Hbf | 1h52 | 11:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74054 | 10:03 AM Dresden | 2h15 | 12:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus 62 · 74054 | 10:03 AM Dresden Hbf | 2h15 | 12:18 PM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Flagship museum on Audi and Auto Union history with rare cars and modern displays. Essential for understanding Zwickau’s automotive legacy.
Birthplace museum of composer Robert Schumann with manuscripts and period rooms. A must for classical music and Romantic-era fans.
Municipal art museum in a former granary showing regional and modern works. Worth visiting for changing exhibitions and architecture.
Historic main square framed by notable buildings and churches. The best place to feel Zwickau’s old town atmosphere and civic history.
Charming old town quarter with medieval streets, churches, and museums. Ideal for a compact walking tour through Zwickau’s heritage.
Leafy riverside park popular for walks and events. It offers open views, relaxed paths, and easy access from the center.
A rich Saxon potato soup, often with marjoram and vegetables. It is a comforting regional staple widely associated with home cooking in western Saxony.
A hearty stew of potatoes, green beans and beef or bacon. It is a classic Saxon everyday dish valued for its rustic, filling character.
Potato pancakes served sweet or savory, often with apple sauce. They are a familiar Saxon street and home food enjoyed across the region.
Established upscale restaurant serving refined German and seasonal cuisine in an elegant atmosphere near the city center.
Traditional German brewery restaurant known for hearty Saxon dishes and house-brewed beer in a historic, casual setting.
Historic cellar-style tavern offering Saxon and German classics with a cozy traditional ambiance popular with locals.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and restaurants are usually cheaper than in Munich or Berlin, and local transit is affordable for most visitors.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf -> Zwickau Hauptmarkt
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Zwickau 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 Zwickau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Zwickau trains use the Dresden Hbf to Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Zwickau-Pölbitz. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Zwickau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dresden Hbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hbf: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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 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.
Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf is 1 km from Zwickau city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwickau(Sachs) 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: Grüne Wiese, DB Casino, Dönerhaus Bosporus, Cafeteria Stadtverwaltung
Wi-Fi is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. ATMs are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. Information desks are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel 1A.
Zwickau-Pölbitz is 1 km from Zwickau city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwickau-Pölbitz 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: UFO Pizza, Calabria, Asia-Palast, Dorotheenklause
Wi-Fi is available at Zwickau-Pölbitz. ATMs are available at Zwickau-Pölbitz.
Ticket office support is available at Zwickau-Pölbitz. Information desks are available at Zwickau-Pölbitz.
Luggage storage is available at Zwickau-Pölbitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zwickau-Pölbitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwickau-Pölbitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwickau-Pölbitz.
Nearby hotels include Achat-Hotel.
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