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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 05 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
5 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 3 m
Trains on 05 Sept
10
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brno to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brno to Dresden will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 10 trains from Brno to Dresden, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
RJ 274 · RJ 170
R 876 · RJ 384
RJ 576 · RJ 178
RJ 276 · EC 458
EC 282 · RJ 382
EC 280 · RJ 176
RJ 174
EC 278 · RJ 172
EC 282 · RJ 382
RJ 576 · RJ 178Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brno to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 291 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brno to Dresden:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Dresden costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 13m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £34. The journey takes 5h 6m versus 3h 53m 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, ÖBB | Railjet.
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 Brno to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 876 · RJ 384 | On time 3:10 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h40 | 8:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 578 · R 616 · Os 5274 | On time 4:28 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h56 | 10:24 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 576 · RJ 178 | On time 5:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h04 | 10:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 282 · RJ 382 | On time 7:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h04 | 12:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 280 · RJ 176 | On time 9:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h02 | 14:48 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 174 | On time 11:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h02 | 16:48 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 278 · RJ 172 | On time 13:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h04 | 18:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 250 | On time 14:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h41 | 20:27 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 276 · EC 458 | On time 15:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h12 | 20:58 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 274 · RJ 170 | On time 17:46 Brno hlavní nádraží | 5h33 | 23:19 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Brno to Dresden run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 23:49 |
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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 Brno 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 Brno to Dresden trains use the Brno hlavní nádraží to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden Mitte. Use this guide to compare Brno and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brno hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka, Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grandhotel Brno, Hotel Continental, Hotel Slavia.
Brno-Černovice nádraží is 1 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Černovice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Černovice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Černovice nádraží.
Available at Brno-Černovice nádraží: Parking.
Available at Brno-Černovice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Černovice nádraží.
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží is 4 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
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 Mitte is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Mitte 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: Italienisches Dörfchen, BrennNessel, Kahnaletto, Cafe Friedrichstadt
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Mitte. ATMs are available at Dresden Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Mitte. Information desks are available at Dresden Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Elbflorenz, Penck Hotel, Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt, Artis.
Dresden Freiberger Straße is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Freiberger Straße 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: BrennNessel, VG Bistro, Antalya, Dix-Diner
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. ATMs are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Information desks are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Nearby hotels include Achat Hotel Dresden, Elbflorenz, Artis, Motel One Dresden am Zwinger.
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