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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
£63
Average price
£150
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 31 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Dresden will cost around £150 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Copenhagen to Dresden you need to make at least one change.
ECE 399 · RJ 479
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 2595 · 16531
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 2595 · S3
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 2593 · ICE 1651
ECE 395 · RJ 179
ECE 395 · RJ 179
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 2595 · S3
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 2593 · ICE 1651
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 693 · ICE 1651
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 2595 · 16531Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 520 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£92 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Dresden trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 2593 · IC 1933 | On time 8:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h45 | 18:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 393 · S1 · ICE 693 · IC 1933 | On time 8:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h45 | 18:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 2603 · S1 · ICE 693 · IC 1933 | On time 8:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h45 | 18:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 2595 · 62024 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h06 | 20:28 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 2595 · 16531 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h12 | 20:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 695 · 16531 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h12 | 20:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 13465 · S3 · ICE 695 · 62024 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h06 | 20:28 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
ECE 395 · RJ 179 | 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 8h45 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 399 · RJ 479 | 16:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h45 | 3:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 1199 · S1 · ICE 1272 · 3146 | On time 18:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h45 | 9:07 Dresden Hbf | 5 changes | |
ECE 1199 · S1 · IC 2031 · ICE 1553 | On time 18:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 15h21 | 9:43 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJ 387 | 23:12 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h55 | 9:07 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Dresden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 520 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 520 km |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Dresden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dresden trip today.
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 Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Dresden trains use the København Hovedb. to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Dybboelsbro st is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Dybboelsbro st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Dybboelsbro st.
ATMs are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
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.
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.
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