1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 10 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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 train as it is the most popular option from Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 166 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 7m by train vs 2h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:58 Berlin-Friedrichstraße | 2h09 | 7:07 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:18 Berlin-Friedrichstraße | 2h10 | 8:28 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 20:18 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin-Friedrichstraße to Dresden Hbf trains use the Berlin Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin-Friedrichstraße and Dresden Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Friedrichstrasse is 1 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Friedrichstrasse 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: Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte, Witty's Bio-Currywurst, Starbucks
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse. ATMs are available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse. Information desks are available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Friedrichstrasse.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin, Meliá Berlin, NH Collection, Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin.
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.