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Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
5 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
7 h 2 m
Trains on 20 Sept
5
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baden-Baden to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baden-Baden to Dresden will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 5 trains from Baden-Baden to Dresden, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 469 km distance in an average of 7 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Baden-Baden to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £175.
Distance: 469 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £175 Average Price | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Baden-Baden to Dresden:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baden-Baden to Dresden costing on average £75.
A coach is £138 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baden-Baden to Dresden costing on average £175.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 34m.
Coach takes on average 7h 39m.
Tickets start at around £75 compared to roughly £80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 6h 34m versus 6h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Baden-Baden to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 Baden-Baden | 7h54 | 15:34 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:40 Baden-Baden | 5h59 | 15:39 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Baden-Baden | 7h04 | 17:44 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Baden-Baden | 5h58 | 17:38 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Baden-Baden to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 469 km distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 469 km |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 23:15 |
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Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Treasury museum displaying royal jewels, goldsmith work and ceremonial objects in richly restored historic rooms.
Contemporary art museum in a former arsenal, showing modern and post-1990 works with a strong local and international mix.
Reconstructed central square framed by baroque façades and the Frauenkirche, ideal for architecture and people-watching.
Lively inner-city district known for pubs, street art, independent shops and a distinctly alternative Dresden atmosphere.
Large riverside meadows popular for walking, cycling and skyline views across the Elbe toward the historic centre.
Sweet layered cake from Dresden made with yeast dough, butter and dried fruit. It is the city’s best-known festive speciality, especially at Christmas.
Saxon potato soup, usually hearty and rustic, often enriched with vegetables and traditionally served with sausages or bacon for extra flavour.
Simple Saxon quark cheese with linseed oil, often served with potatoes. It reflects rural Lusatian and Saxon home cooking around Dresden.
Elegant restaurant in Dresden Castle focused on refined regional cooking and a polished fine-dining atmosphere.
Popular traditional inn with Saxon and German comfort food, generous portions and a cosy historic feel in the Neustadt area.
Traditional brewery restaurant in the Altstadt known for Saxon dishes and house beers in a lively, historic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and museums remain fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up. In cafés, round up or leave small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baden-Baden 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 Baden-Baden to Dresden trains use the Baden-Baden to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Baden-Baden and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Baden-Baden is 4 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden 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: Looping, Bäckerei Armbruster, Coffee Fellows, Imbiss-Stich
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden.
Nearby hotels include Neuer Karlshof.
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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