- Must visit
August Horch Museum
Flagship museum on Audi and Auto Union history with rare cars and modern displays. Essential for understanding Zwickau’s automotive legacy.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
95 km
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 $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Zwickau without transferring at least once.
Bus RE3 · 74002
Bus RE3 · 74004
Bus RB30 · 74044
Bus RE3 · 74002
Bus RE3 · 74004
Bus RB30 · 74044Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Zwickau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 33m. 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 $9, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Zwickau:
A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Zwickau costing on average $45.
Other travel options to Zwickau take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
Tickets start at around $45 compared to roughly $20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-25.33. The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 17m 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 Zwickau trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus RE3 · 74002 | 4:33 AM Dresden | 1h52 | 6:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RB30 · 74044 | 5:00 AM Dresden | 2h18 | 7:18 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Bus RE3 · 74004 | 5:33 AM Dresden | 1h52 | 7:25 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dresden to Zwickau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Zwickau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zwickau trip today.
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
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 Hauptbahnhof to Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Zwickau Zentrum. 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 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 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.
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.
Zwickau Zentrum is 1 km from Zwickau city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwickau Zentrum has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zwickau Zentrum.
ATMs are available at Zwickau Zentrum.
Available at Zwickau Zentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwickau Zentrum: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwickau Zentrum.
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