- Must visit
Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$41
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$109
Fastest journey on Oct 10
4 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
4 h 26 m
Trains on Oct 10
28
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Dresden will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Dresden without transferring at least once.
57002 · 59110 · ICE 604 · ICE 1553
ICE 908 · 16503
ICE 904 · EC 459
ICE 1000 · ICE 1657
ICE 1002 · ICE 1655
ICE 1008 · ICE 1559
ICE 1100 · ICE 1557
ICE 1006 · ICE 1651
ICE 1002 · ICE 1655
ICE 1102 · ICE 1555Trains from Munich to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Dresden trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 726 · ICE 802 · IC 2445 | Delayed 6:12 AM 7:42 AMMunich Hbf | 5h08 | 11:04 AM 11:04 AMDresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 726 · ICE 802 · IC 2445 · STR 7 | Delayed 6:12 AM 7:42 AMMunich Hbf | 5h16 | 12:58 PM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1602 · S35 · 16517 | On time 8:21 AM Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 1:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1602 · S35 · 16517 · STR 10 | On time 8:21 AM Munich Hbf | 5h26 | 1:47 PM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1100 · ICE 1557 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 4h25 | 1:44 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1100 · ICE 1557 · STR 6 · STR 10 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 4h38 | 1:57 PM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1100 · ICE 1557 · STR 7 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 4h39 | 1:58 PM Dresden | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · ICE 800 · IC 2443 | Delayed 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 5h04 | 12:53 PM 12:53 PMDresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · ICE 800 · IC 2443 · STR 7 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 5h12 | 2:58 PM Dresden | 3 transfers | |
ICE 508 · ICE 1559 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 4h55 | 3:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1008 · ICE 1559 | On time 11:18 AM Munich Hbf | 4h25 | 3:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1508 · S35 · 16525 | On time 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 5:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
57002 · 59110 · ICE 604 · ICE 1553 | On time 1:59 AM Munich Hbf | 7h44 | 9:43 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1104 · IC 2447 | On time 5:17 AM Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 10:50 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 820 · ICE 804 · IC 2447 | On time 5:44 AM Munich Hbf | 5h06 | 10:50 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1102 · ICE 1555 | On time 7:17 AM Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 11:43 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 726 · ICE 802 · IC 2445 | On time 7:42 AM Munich Hbf | 5h08 | 12:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Munich 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 Munich to Dresden trains use the München Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Munich and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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 Hbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hbf: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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