Brussels to Dresden train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,EC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Dresden

Showing times and prices for 15 Jun

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

9 h 14 m

Average duration

10 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

658 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels to Dresden will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Brussels for Dresden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 658 km distance in an average of 10 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 14 m .

The slowest trains will take 11 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.

07:259h14

Brussels

16:39Dresden

£271One-way

0 changes

11:1011h10

Brussels

22:20Dresden

£951One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Brussels to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£80 Average Price	£44 Average Price Cheapest	£308 Average Price
12h 41m average duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	13h 4m average duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 47m average duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions	2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Brussels to Dresden train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday 14 June

Last updated at 08:24

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 15 · ICE 1653	On time 08:25 Brussels-Midi	9h13	17:38 Dresden Hbf	1 change
ICE 15 · ICE 1218 · IC 2059	On time 08:25 Brussels-Midi	8h15	16:40 Dresden Hbf	2 changes
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Dresden

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Trains from Brussels to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

657 km

Average train duration

12h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

£27

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

8h 13m

First train

02:15

Last train

20:55

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and European Sleeper trains Brussels to Dresden

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn and European Sleeper train tickets between Brussels and Dresden from £27 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Brussels to Dresden train.

Brussels to Dresden train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 8 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: £27
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

European Sleeper is a Belgian-Dutch train company launched in 2021 which operates night train services between Brussels and Dresden. Germany to Belgium is connected by night train three times a week which is expected to increase to a daily service and extend to cities like Dresden and Prague. Select from seats, couchettes, and sleeper options. With the couchettes you get free drinks and power plugs, and with the sleeper option you get power plugs as well as free meals. All tickets are Flex Night meaning you can cancel up to 48 hours in advance and they are non-exchangeable.

European Sleeper from Brussels to Dresden train information:

Average Duration: 12 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: £44

FAQs: Brussels to Dresden train

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels to Dresden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Dresden.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Dresden can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels to Dresden is £83; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Brussels to Dresden train time is 8 h 13 min covering the 407 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels to Dresden leaves at 01: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels to Dresden leaves at 20: 55.

There are 6 trains a day from Brussels to Dresden which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or European Sleeper. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Brussels to Dresden, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or European Sleeper for the best way to get you to Dresden. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Brussels to Dresden and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Yes, you can take a night train from Brussels to Dresden with European Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

The cheapest month for a train from Brussels to Dresden is October.

You have options as you can travel to Dresden from Brussels 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.