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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
CHF99
Average price
CHF117
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Dresden will cost around CHF117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF99.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Dresden without transferring at least 2 times.
RJX 64 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657
RJ 244+
IC 641
ICE 502 · ICE 1655+
79032
ICE 1002 · ICE 1655+
79034
RJX 262 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651
ICE 1002 · ICE 1655+
79034
RJX 262 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651
RJX 260 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559
RJX 60 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653
RJX 64 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657Trains from Salzburg to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF40 but you can travel from only CHF26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average train duration 9h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1100 · ICE 1557+ 79012 | Delayed 7:19 AM 6:46 AMSalzburg Hbf | 6h58 | 1:44 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h43 | 3:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 244+ IC 641 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h10 | 8:21 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 262 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h43 | 5:43 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1506 · ICE 1747+ 79024 | Delayed 12:21 PM 11:05 AMSalzburg Hbf | 8h15 | 7:20 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 118 · S1 · ICE 1506 · ICE 1747 | On time 12:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h20 | 7:20 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 60 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653 | On time 1:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h45 | 7:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 502 · ICE 1655+ 79032 | Delayed 2:47 PM 2:07 PMSalzburg Hbf | 7h38 | 9:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1002 · ICE 1655+ 79034 | Delayed 3:19 PM 3:05 PMSalzburg Hbf | 6h40 | 9:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 64 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 5:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h45 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 522 · ICE 1500 · RJ 479+ 79038 | Delayed 5:45 PM 5:05 PMSalzburg Hbf | 10h02 | 3:07 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Dresden trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Aiglhof is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Aiglhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
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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