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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
£27
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Dresden will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 21 trains that leave Dortmund 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 439 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
ICE 920 · IC 2033 · ICE 1555
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ICE 645 · ICE 905 · 16501
ICE 617 · IC 60409 · 16503
ICE 543 · RJ 175
ICE 545 · RJ 383
ICE 547 · RJ 177
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 439 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £291 Average Price |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Dresden trains for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 845 · 21873 · IC 2177 | On time 8:46 Dortmund Hbf | 5h42 | 14:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:32 Dortmund Hbf | 7h53 | 17:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:32 Dortmund Hbf | 8h08 | 17:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:32 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 7h53 | 17:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
ICE 545 · RJ 383 | On time 9:47 Dortmund Hbf | 5h20 | 15:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 847 · 21889 · IC 2179 | On time 10:46 Dortmund Hbf | 5h42 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 547 · RJ 177 | On time 11:47 Dortmund Hbf | 5h20 | 17:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 849 · 21905 · IC 2271 · 16527 | On time 12:47 Dortmund Hbf | 5h47 | 18:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 13:32 Dortmund Hbf | 8h03 | 21:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 17:32 Dortmund Hbf | 8h03 | 1:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 17:32 Dortmund Hbf | 9h03 | 2:35 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 17:32 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 9h03 | 2:35 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
ICE 947 · RJ 479 | Delayed 20:47 Dortmund Hbf | 6h20 | 1:11 1:11Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 514 · ICE 2585 · 16511 | On time 21:25 Dortmund Hbf | 13h09 | 10:34 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
89737 · Bus S1 · ICE 1272 · 3146 | On time 21:55 Dortmund Hbf | 11h12 | 9:07 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 619 · ICE 698 · S35 · 16509 | On time 22:36 Dortmund Hbf | 10h58 | 9:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
26841 · 89999 · ICE 841 · RJ 173 | 1:16 Dortmund Hbf | 9h51 | 11:07 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 523 · ICE 1555 | On time 4:06 Dortmund Hbf | 7h37 | 11:43 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 843 · 21857 · IC 2175 | On time 6:46 Dortmund Hbf | 5h42 | 12:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 543 · RJ 175 | On time 7:48 Dortmund Hbf | 5h19 | 13:07 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Dresden run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 439 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 439 km |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 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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Dresden Hbf -> Altmarkt, Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Dresden trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund Hbf 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Stadthaus 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: Westermanns Deli, Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. ATMs are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Information desks are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Stadthaus. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Stadthaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Stadthaus.
Nearby hotels include Ringhotel Drees, La Villa am Kaiserbrunnen, Hotel Neuhaus, Cityhotel Dortmund.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
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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