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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
8 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Karlsruhe Hbf for Dresden Hbf on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 444 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 10 h 17 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 275 miles (444 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€74 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:57 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 5h43 | 9:40 AM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:23 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 10h17 | 7:40 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf
GermanyGermany
Distance 275 miles (444 km) |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 03:57 |
Last train 10:51 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Karlsruhe Hbf and Dresden Hbf from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
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