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Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Graz to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Dresden will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Graz to Dresden without transferring at least once.
RJ 659 · RJ 250
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S 1 · RJ 857 · EC 204 · EC 278
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S 1 · RJX 19556 · IC 796 · RJX 60
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Trains from Graz to Dresden run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 but you can travel from only $36 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 285 miles (460 km) distance in 8h 52m.
Distance 285 miles (460 km) |
Average train duration 9h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 52m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Graz to Dresden.
The table below shows live departures for Graz to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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S 1 · RJ 857 · EC 204 · EC 278 | On time 8:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 9h58 | 6:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
S 1 · RJ 857 · EC 204 · EC 278 | 8:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h06 | 6:58 PM Dresden | 5 transfers | |
S 1 · RJX 19556 · IC 796 · RJX 60 | 9:07 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h50 | 7:57 PM Dresden | 6 transfers | |
S 1 · RJX 19556 · IC 796 · RJX 60 | On time 9:07 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h38 | 7:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 5 transfers | |
S 1 · RJ 659 · RJ 250 · STR 10 | 9:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h52 | 8:44 PM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
S 1 · RJ 659 · RJ 250 | On time 9:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h35 | 8:27 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 659 · RJ 250 | On time 10:00 AM Graz Hbf | 10h27 | 8:27 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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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Dresden Hbf -> Altmarkt, Dresden
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Graz 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 Graz to Dresden trains use the Graz Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Graz and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Graz Hbf is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Don Camillo, Der Steirer
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Graz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Graz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Graz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Hbf: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf, Hotel Daniel Graz, Ibis Graz.
Graz Don Bosco is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Don Bosco has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Graz Don Bosco.
ATMs are available at Graz Don Bosco.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Don Bosco.
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.
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