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Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€19
Fastest journey on Sep 20
35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
35 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elsterwerda to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elsterwerda to Dresden will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Elsterwerda to Dresden, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 35 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 Elsterwerda to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-17.04. The journey takes 1h 4m versus 1h 1m 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 Elsterwerda to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:53 AM Elsterwerda | 0h35 | 8:28 AM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Elsterwerda to Dresden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Dresden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dresden trip today.
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Major Old Masters gallery with Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and superb European painting in the restored Zwinger complex.
Important porcelain collection presenting Asian and Meissen works. A concise stop for design, craftsmanship, and court luxury.
Baroque palace courtyard framed by Semperoper, Zwinger, and cathedral. It is Dresden’s ceremonial heart and a classic first stop.
Historic square around Frauenkirche with museums, terraces, and cafés nearby. A key base for exploring Dresden’s rebuilt center.
Open riverside meadows along the Elbe with superb skyline views. Ideal for picnics, cycling, and classic postcard panoramas.
A rich layered sheet cake baked on a spit with butter, eggs and marzipan. It is a classic Saxon festive specialty strongly associated with Dresden.
Dresden’s famous fruit bread made with raisins, candied peel, butter and icing sugar. Protected as Original Dresdner Christstollen and central to Christmas tradition.
Small fried dough pastries, often filled with fruit jam and dusted with sugar. A traditional Saxon sweet commonly enjoyed at fairs and festive times.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant with modern tasting menus and polished service, suited for a special culinary evening in Dresden.
Historic vaulted restaurant serving Saxon classics and local beer in a grand old-town setting near the Frauenkirche.
Traditional brewery pub pouring unfiltered house beer with hearty Saxon dishes. Lively, casual atmosphere in the historic centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals, and transit are usually a bit cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but central tourist areas cost more.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elsterwerda to Dresden 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 Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Elsterwerda to Dresden trains use the Elsterwerda to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Elsterwerda and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Elsterwerda 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: Cafe es, Lotus Bistro, Super Pizza Service, Bahnhofsgaststätte
Wi-Fi is available at Elsterwerda. ATMs are available at Elsterwerda.
Ticket office support is available at Elsterwerda. Information desks are available at Elsterwerda.
Luggage storage is available at Elsterwerda. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Elsterwerda: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Elsterwerda: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elsterwerda.
Nearby hotels include Arcus, Europäischer Hof.
Elsterwerda-Biehla is 1 km from Elsterwerda city centre. Public transport options include:
Elsterwerda-Biehla 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 Elsterwerda-Biehla. ATMs are available at Elsterwerda-Biehla.
Ticket office support is available at Elsterwerda-Biehla. Information desks are available at Elsterwerda-Biehla.
Luggage storage is available at Elsterwerda-Biehla. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Elsterwerda-Biehla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Elsterwerda-Biehla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elsterwerda-Biehla.
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.
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