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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
€34
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potsdam to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potsdam to Dresden will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Potsdam to Dresden without transferring at least once.
S7 · RJX 251
73713 · S1 · S42 · RJX 251
S7 · S42 · RJX 251
S7 · RJ 479
S7 · 62040 · 18009 · 16505
73713 · S1 · S42 · RJX 251
S7 · S42 · RJX 251
S7 · RJX 251
S7 · RJ 479
S7 · S42 · 62040 · 18009Trains from Potsdam to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Potsdam to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S7 · RJ 479 | Delayed 12:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 3h06 | 1:07 AM 1:07 AMDresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S7 · 62040 · 18009 · 16505 | 3:41 AM Potsdam Hbf | 4h08 | 7:49 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S7 · S42 · 62040 · 18009 | 4:01 AM Potsdam Hbf | 3h48 | 7:49 AM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
S7 · RJX 251 | On time 5:21 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h46 | 8:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S7 · S42 · RJX 251 | On time 5:31 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h36 | 8:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
73713 · S1 · S42 · RJX 251 | On time 5:32 AM Potsdam Hbf | 2h35 | 8:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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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 Potsdam 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 Potsdam to Dresden trains use the Potsdam Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Potsdam and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Potsdam 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: Smiley's Pizza Profis, Addy's Bistro und Café, Bao An, Theo's Inselcafé
Wi-Fi is available at Potsdam Hbf. ATMs are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Potsdam Hbf. Information desks are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Potsdam Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potsdam Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potsdam Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express, The niu Amity.
Golm is 6 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Golm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant & Catering Golmé, Lesecafé, Landhotel Potsdam, Golm Dönerhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Golm. ATMs are available at Golm.
Ticket office support is available at Golm. Information desks are available at Golm.
Luggage storage is available at Golm. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Golm: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Golm: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Golm.
Griebnitzsee is 4 km from Potsdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Griebnitzsee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Eselsohr, Ulf's Café im HPI, Bistro Wiesenstein, Die Bohne
Wi-Fi is available at Griebnitzsee. ATMs are available at Griebnitzsee.
Ticket office support is available at Griebnitzsee. Information desks are available at Griebnitzsee.
Luggage storage is available at Griebnitzsee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Griebnitzsee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Griebnitzsee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Griebnitzsee.
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.
Cossebaude is 8 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Cossebaude has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Lyly´s Döner Stube, Bali, Topolino
Wi-Fi is available at Cossebaude. ATMs are available at Cossebaude.
Ticket office support is available at Cossebaude. Information desks are available at Cossebaude.
Luggage storage is available at Cossebaude. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cossebaude: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cossebaude: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cossebaude.
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