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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 on Oct 14
$84
Average ticket price on Oct 14
$101
Fastest journey on Oct 14
8 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
11 h 28 m
Trains on Oct 14
5
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Dresden will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Dresden without transferring at least 2 times.
IR 2290 · ICE 204 · ICE 694 · IC 2445
TGV 9206+
ICE 374 · ICE 1559
IR 2290 · ICE 376 · ICE 1557
IC 758 · ICE 202 · ICE 692 · IC 2443
IR 3293 · S 30 · Fähre · 87556
TGV 9206+
ICE 374 · ICE 1559
IC 758 · ICE 202 · ICE 692 · IC 2443
IR 2290 · ICE 204 · ICE 694 · IC 2445
IR 3293 · S 30 · Fähre · 87556
IR 2290 · ICE 376 · ICE 1557Trains from Zurich to Dresden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 345 miles (556 km) distance in 7h 39m.
Distance 345 miles (556 km) |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 39m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Dresden trains for today, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 150 · ICE 1657 | On time 2:34 PM Zurich HB | 9h11 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 776 · ICE 276 · ICE 1657 | On time 2:58 PM Zurich HB | 8h47 | 11:45 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 274 · ICE 590 · 16501 | On time 4:58 PM Zurich HB | 12h36 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 782 · ICE 100 · ICE 590 · 16501 | 5:58 PM Zurich HB | 11h36 | 5:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 459 | On time 7:58 PM Zurich HB | 11h08 | 7:06 AM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60409 · 16503 | On time 7:58 PM Zurich HB | 10h36 | 6:34 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 4936 · 3073 · 4826 · ICE 698 | 8:05 PM Zurich HB | 12h33 | 8:38 AM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1056 · 5338 · 4700 · ICE 378 | 9:34 PM Zurich HB | 14h09 | 11:43 AM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| Wednesday, October 14 | |||||
IR 2290 · ICE 204 · ICE 694 · IC 2445 | On time 12:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h42 | 12:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2290 · ICE 376 · ICE 1557 | On time 12:08 AM Zurich HB | 13h36 | 1:44 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 3293 · S 30 · Fähre · 87556 | On time 12:17 AM Zurich HB | 13h27 | 1:44 PM Dresden Hbf | 8 transfers | |
IC 758 · ICE 202 · ICE 692 · IC 2443 | On time 5:58 AM Zurich HB | 8h52 | 2:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9206+ ICE 374 · ICE 1559 | On time 6:59 AM Zurich HB | 8h44 | 3:43 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Dresden trains use the Zürich HB to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Muldenhütten. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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.
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