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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
€86
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Koblenz to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koblenz to Dresden will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
It's difficult to get from Koblenz to Dresden without transferring at least once.
4261 · ICE 751 · ICE 1747
IC 2544 · ICE 596 · IC 2047
4259 · ICE 1651
4263 · ICE 1655
4261 · ICE 1653
4261 · ICE 751 · ICE 1747
4257 · ICE 1559
4259 · ICE 1651
4263 · ICE 1655
4261 · ICE 1653Trains from Koblenz to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
The table below shows live departures for Koblenz to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4257 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:04 AM Koblenz Hbf | 6h39 | 3:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2040 · ICE 2590 · IC 2441 | Delayed 9:48 AM Koblenz Hbf | 6h50 | 2:45 PM 2:45 PMDresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4259 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:04 AM Koblenz Hbf | 6h39 | 5:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 2588 · IC 2049 | Delayed 11:48 AM Koblenz Hbf | 6h50 | 4:45 PM 4:45 PMDresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4261 · ICE 1653 | On time 1:04 PM Koblenz Hbf | 6h41 | 7:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4261 · ICE 751 · ICE 1747 | On time 1:04 PM Koblenz Hbf | 6h16 | 7:20 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2544 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 | On time 1:48 PM Koblenz Hbf | 6h52 | 8:40 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4263 · ICE 1655 | On time 3:04 PM Koblenz Hbf | 6h41 | 9:45 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koblenz 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 Koblenz to Dresden trains use the Koblenz Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Koblenz and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Koblenz 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: Ding Dong, Da Pulcinella, Cafe Rheinanlagen, Weindorf
Wi-Fi is available at Koblenz Hbf. ATMs are available at Koblenz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Koblenz Hbf. Information desks are available at Koblenz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Koblenz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Koblenz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Koblenz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koblenz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Höhmann, Hotel Ibis Koblenz, Jan van Werth, Hotel Garni Reinhard.
Koblenz-Moselweiß is 1 km from Koblenz city centre. Public transport options include:
Koblenz-Moselweiß 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 Hahn, Gülser Weinstube, Demirdag, Anker Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Koblenz-Moselweiß. ATMs are available at Koblenz-Moselweiß.
Ticket office support is available at Koblenz-Moselweiß. Information desks are available at Koblenz-Moselweiß.
Luggage storage is available at Koblenz-Moselweiß. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Koblenz-Moselweiß: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Koblenz-Moselweiß: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koblenz-Moselweiß.
Nearby hotels include Gülser Weinstube, Gasthaus Zum Rebstock, Hotel Kreuter.
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.
Dresden Mitte is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Mitte 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: Italienisches Dörfchen, BrennNessel, Kahnaletto, Cafe Friedrichstadt
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Mitte. ATMs are available at Dresden Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Mitte. Information desks are available at Dresden Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Elbflorenz, Penck Hotel, Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt, Artis.
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