Hamburg to Dresden train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RB,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Dresden

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$54

Average price

$124

Fastest journey

4 h 3 m

Average duration

4 h 46 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

378 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Dresden will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Hamburg for Dresden on Wed, Jul 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 47 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.

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11:48AM6h47
Hamburg Hbf
06:35PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
$541One-way
1 transfer
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
11:48AM7h37
Hamburg Hbf
07:25PMDresden, Neustadt Exit
$551One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 175
10:51AM4h15
Hamburg Hbf
03:06PMDresden Hbf
$921One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 379
08:51AM4h15
Hamburg Hbf
01:06PMDresden Hbf
$1461One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 705 · IC 2177
09:36AM4h32
Hamburg Hbf
02:08PMDresden Hbf
$1981One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 234 miles (377 km)

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€43

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€32

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5h 9m

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4h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 28m

Average total duration

6h 58m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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Hamburg to Dresden train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 15
Last updated at 6:31 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnEC 379
Delayed
6:52 AM 6:51 AMHamburg Hbf
4h15
11:07 AM 11:07 AMDresden Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 705 · IC 2177
On time
7:36 AM Hamburg Hbf
4h32
12:08 PM Dresden Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnEC 175
Delayed
8:52 AM 8:51 AMHamburg Hbf
4h15
1:07 PM 1:07 PMDresden Hbf
0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:48 AM Hamburg Hbf
7h37
5:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit1 transfer
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:48 AM Hamburg Hbf
6h47
4:35 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 93 · IC 21756:05 AM Hamburg Hbf
4h03
10:08 AM Dresden Hbf1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hamburg to Dresden?

The best time to book your train from Hamburg to Dresden is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hamburg to Dresden route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hamburg to Dresden per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Hamburg to Dresden.

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IconStaff was friendly
IconTrain and toilet were very clean
IconSeats were comfortable and had the full features
Cons
IconBoard bistro was closed
It had been a very relaxed journey. The train was not so crowded and so it was quite quiet in the passenger compartment. Unfortunately, the on-board bistro was closed, but I was not told why. However, the staff were friendly and the train had been really clean, as well as the toilets were very hygienic. The seats were very comfortable and had full amenities. The train had not been delayed and so I arrived at my destination on time.
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I booked the ticket online. Had a comfortable train ride, there was wifi the whole train ride and there was also a power socket next to the seats. The atmosphere was really relaxing on the train. In terms of hygiene, the train was really very clean. The toilets were also very clean. The train arrived on time and Dresden arrived on time. In terms of service friendliness, the service was also very nice.
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Some time ago I took the train from Hamburg to Dresden... Unfortunately, the low price was the only thing about the trip that was convincing. The journey itself was very problematic. The train was overbooked, we had to deal with delays and the seats were not really comfortable...
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I took the ICE from Hamburg to Dresden and had a very pleasant journey. You had to wear an FFP2 mask on the train all the time, but DB can't help that. The train was relatively empty and our seats were comfortable and offered enough power sockets, a folding table and storage options. The internet was stable and sufficient for surfing. The train left on time and reached its destination almost on time. Overall, the journey was very pleasant and I would want to make this trip again.
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IconThe observance of hygiene
I went in class two and this was a ride that I liked very much because it did not have a single negative feature. What I liked the most was the cleanliness, or rather the attention to hygiene. There was attention to hygiene with disinfectant being provided. I had access to good wifi, which was good throughout. I also had the opportunity to charge my mobile phone and the atmosphere was great. I can recommend this trip to everyone.
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This was my outward journey and it gets 5 stars as everything went well. My train arrived on time. The whole train, including toilets, was very clean and we were given plenty of notice, such as when we were arriving. There was a lot of choice of food and drink, which was cheap and had good taste. The staff were very nice, the wifi was good, access to electricity, good wifi and convenience. All this was available, so it was a great trip.
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The journey from Hamburg to Dresden has a great route in my opinion and is fast enough for the distance. The seats were comfortable and everything worked well with the seat reservation. The internet works very well, so I was able to watch a few videos from time to time. The power sockets were also able to charge my electronic items sufficiently. The staff were very friendly, but the food in the bistro didn't taste very good. Maybe it wasn't prepared that well. The toilets were clean and the price-performance ratio was completely in order in my opinion, as I booked a return journey together. In the quiet compartment, the designated quiet is also almost always observed and respected by all passengers, which I personally find very important. The train arrived only 10 minutes late, which did not make much difference and I was satisfied.
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I drove from Hamburg to Dresden to see the beautiful city. Very worth seeing. The train came on time and we even arrived in Dresden before time. As usual, the wifi did not work properly. But the power socket under the seat worked perfectly. So I was able to work a little during the journey. The conductor quickly validated our tickets. The train itself was very clean. The toilets could be used without any problems. Even though the ticket was a bit more expensive again, you could travel relaxed and above all without obstacles and reach your destination.
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Iconnice bistro
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At the time, I travelled by ICE from Hamburg to Dresden for a two-week internship. I didn't have a seat reservation and still got a seat for the whole journey, which was very pleasant. The seats were very comfortable and had a power socket to charge mobile phones and laptops. The wifi was ok, sometimes there were small drop outs but hardly worth mentioning. The toilets were very clean and hygienic. The checkers on board were very polite and friendly. We left on time and arrived in Dresden on time. It was a great experience with DB.
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Iconkind staff
Iconbeautiful view
I travelled alone and this was my return journey in 2nd class. I am very happy to recommend the journey to anyone as everything went very well. The air conditioning ensured that it didn't get too hot. The staff was very nice and also tried to take care of all the requests of the passengers. If you needed food, you got it. The noise level on the train was very pleasant. The wifi was very good despite many users. I felt comfortable when I used the toilets. The seats were very comfortable and there was plenty of room for luggage. It was a very great ride and therefore gets 5 stars.
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IconCosts
IconFrequent intermediate stops
The Hamburg to Dresden route is highly recommended. The journey takes less time than by car. The quality of the trains is comparable. There are power connections at every seat. The service is comparable to other IC connections. Coffee and tea are always available. The noise level is low. Hygiene is comparable to other IC connections and punctuality was very good in my case. Only the price is high compared to travelling by car.
Pros
IconComfortable seats
IconNice staff
Cons
IconDirty toilets
IconWeak price-performance ratio
IconThere were no power sockets
IconLong journey duration
The train journey from Hamburg to Dresden was rather disappointing for me. Despite some positive aspects such as the comfortable seats and the friendly service, there were several points that spoilt my travel experience. Above all, the longer than average journey time led to delays in Dresden and exhaustion. The price-performance ratio was incredibly unfair due to the expensive ticket. The train's facilities were unsatisfactory, as there were no power sockets, which are normally considered standard. The lack of cleanliness in the toilets was particularly disappointing. Simply disgusting. To summarise, the train journey from Hamburg to Dresden did not live up to my expectations. Despite the positive aspects such as the comfortable seats and the friendly service, these were clearly overshadowed by the long journey time, the expensive ticket, the inadequate facilities and the lack of cleanliness in the toilets. It would be important to improve these points so that you can also enjoy a journey like this. I didn't have any.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Dresden

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Trains from Hamburg to Dresden run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
234 miles (377 km)
Average train duration
4h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€20)
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 12m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Hamburg to Dresden trains

Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain trains will get you from Hamburg to Dresden from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Train information from Hamburg to Dresden with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 52 min
  • Cheapest Price: $57
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 9 a day

Train tickets from Hamburg to Dresden: when to book to save $

Time Price Savings
1 week earlier 32 €
2 weeks earlier 32 €0%
3 weeks earlier 21 €52%
1 month before 23 €39%
2 months earlier 24 €33%
3 months earlier 26 €23%


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  • Buying your train ticket from Hamburg - Dresden 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 52% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
  • If you book a ticket Hamburg - Dresden with 2 months in advance you save up to about 33% compared to the initial price.
  • By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 23%.
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FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Dresden

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Popular train stations from Hamburg to Dresden

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The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your trip from Hamburg to Dresden.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
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Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
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  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
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  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
Dining
  • Le Crobag
  • Burger King
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Havin Grill
  • KFC
  • Mr. CLOU
  • Starbucks
  • dean&david
  • SPAR Express
  • Pommesfreunde
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
  • Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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  • Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
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Distance to city center
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Dining
Dining
  • Hunt Coffee
  • Haerlin
  • Gran Sasso
  • Double Coffee
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Hanseatin
  • Renaissance
  • Hotel Preuß
  • Hotel Amsterdam
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  • Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
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Distance to city center
15 km
Dining
Dining
  • Casa Vecchia
  • Burger Lounge
  • Il mío
  • Olivo
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  • Sachsentor
  • Hotel Hanseat
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  • Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
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Distance to city center
5 km
Dining
Dining
  • Ethio
  • Trattoria Toscana
  • Marta
  • Pavillon
Hotel
Hotel
  • Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
  • Hotel Hamburg Altona
  • Hotel Central
  • Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
The major train station for arrivals in Dresden is Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dresden Hauptbahnhof for your journey to Dresden from Hamburg.
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LoungeLounge
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • asiagourmet
  • dean&david
  • Hot Dog King
  • Starbucks
  • Subway
  • BABA Döner
  • Marché
  • backWERK
  • Ditsch
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Kipping
  • Pullman Dresden Newa
  • IntercityHotel Dresden
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
  • Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
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  • ElbUferei
  • Raskolnikoff
  • Byblos
  • Kantine No. 2
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  • Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
  • Rothenburger Hof
  • Mezcalero
  • Villa Romantika

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