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Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
World-class Old Masters gallery in the Zwinger, famous for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and major European paintings.
Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$257
Fastest journey
8 h 36 m
Average duration
8 h 48 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
847 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de l'Est 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 Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf will cost around $257 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.
It's difficult to get from Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 374 · ICE 759+
TGV 9571
ICE 9517 · EC 459
ICE 9517 · IC 60409 · 16503
ICE 9513 · ICE 1655
ICE 9563 · ICE 592 · 18398 · 18422
ICE 9513 · ICE 1655
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653
ICE 1651+
TGV 9511
ICE 104 · ICE 594 · IC 2045+
TGV 9575
ICE 374 · ICE 759+
TGV 9571Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 526 miles (847 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $391 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $245 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 6m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 23m Average total duration 14h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf:
A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf costing on average $154 (€125).
A bus is $323 (€263) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf costing on average $391 (€318).
Other travel options to Dresden Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 36m.
Bus takes on average 14h 53m.
The journey is about 56m faster (8h 36m by train vs 9h 32m by car) and roughly $92 (€75) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($154 (€125) vs $245 (€200)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 9585 · ICE 374 · ICE 759 | On time 6:44 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h03 | 3:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9585 · ICE 374 · ICE 759 | On time 6:44 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h03 | 3:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9585 · ICE 374 · ICE 759 | On time 6:44 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h03 | 3:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9561+ ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 7:16 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h35 | 4:51 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9561+ ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 7:16 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h35 | 4:51 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9561+ ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 7:16 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h35 | 4:51 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9561+ ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 7:16 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h35 | 4:51 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9561+ ICE 759 | On time 7:16 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h31 | 3:47 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9561+ ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 7:16 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h35 | 4:51 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9551+ ICE 1651 | On time 9:06 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h40 | 5:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9511+ ICE 1651 | On time 9:06 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h40 | 5:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9511+ ICE 1651 | On time 9:06 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h40 | 5:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9593+ ICE 370 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:43 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h03 | 7:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h39 | 7:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h39 | 7:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h39 | 7:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h39 | 7:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h39 | 7:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · RJ 179 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h00 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 90 · 16531 | On time 11:07 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h27 | 8:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9553 · ICE 278 · ICE 1655 | On time 1:10 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h36 | 9:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9513 · ICE 1655 | On time 1:10 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h36 | 9:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9575+ ICE 104 · ICE 594 · IC 2045 | On time 1:43 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h07 | 10:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9575+ ECE 150 · ICE 1657 | On time 1:43 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h03 | 11:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9575+ ICE 104 · ICE 594 · IC 2045 | On time 1:43 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h07 | 10:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9575+ ECE 150 · ICE 1657 | On time 1:43 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h03 | 11:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9575+ ECE 150 · ICE 1567 | On time 1:43 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h03 | 11:46 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9575+ ICE 104 · ICE 594 · IC 2045 | On time 1:43 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h07 | 10:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 9557 · IC 60409 · 16503 | 7:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 11h30 | 6:37 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris Gare de l'Est to Dresden Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€84) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 526 miles (847 km) distance in 8h 13m.
Distance 526 miles (847 km) |
Average train duration 8h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€84) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 13m |
First train 5:41 AM |
Last train 4:53 PM |
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World-class Old Masters gallery in the Zwinger, famous for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and major European paintings.
The Green Vault displays extraordinary royal treasures, jewels, and Baroque decorative arts in Dresden Castle.
Major museum of modern and contemporary art plus sculpture, with important works from Romanticism to the present.
Riverside promenade known as the Balcony of Europe, offering classic views and easy access to major historic sites.
Reconstructed historic square around the Frauenkirche, central for architecture, photos, and city-center atmosphere.
Dresden’s traditional market square, important historically and often used for seasonal events and public gatherings.
Rich yeast bread with butter, dried fruit, candied peel and sugar, famously associated with Dresden and especially traditional at Christmas.
Classic Saxon sheet cake with a base, quark layer and fluffy egg-butter topping, especially beloved in Dresden cafés and bakeries.
Saxon-style marinated pot roast, usually served with red cabbage and dumplings, a traditional hearty regional Sunday dish.
Upscale dining venue in central Dresden, recognized for refined regional cuisine and an elegant setting.
Long-running traditional Dresden restaurant serving hearty Saxon and German dishes in a rustic, gemütlich setting.
Established Saxon restaurant in historic vaulted rooms, known for regional specialties and a traditional atmosphere popular with visitors.
Moderate for Germany. Budget eats are affordable, while hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. No tip needed for fast food.
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