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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£59
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 27 m
Trains on 20 Sept
19
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 19 trains from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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 8706:531h27Dresden Hbf8:20Berlin Südkreuz station£231One-way0 changes- IC 2176 · S4113:352h20Dresden Hbf15:55Berlin Südkreuz station£231One-way1 change
- ICE 197020:531h27Dresden Hbf22:20Berlin Südkreuz station£321One-way0 changes
- IC 2176 · S85 · S4113:352h15Dresden Hbf15:50Berlin Südkreuz station£321One-way2 changes
- RJ 3848:531h27Dresden Hbf10:20Berlin Südkreuz station£361One-way0 changes
- RJ 38212:531h27Dresden Hbf14:20Berlin Südkreuz station£971One-way0 changes
- RJ 17614:531h27Dresden Hbf16:20Berlin Südkreuz station£901One-way0 changes
- RJ 17810:531h27Dresden Hbf12:20Berlin Südkreuz station£591One-way0 changes
- RJ 3848:531h27Dresden Hbf10:20Berlin Südkreuz station£361One-way0 changes
- RJ 8706:531h27Dresden Hbf8:20Berlin Südkreuz station£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £472.
Distance: 162 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £472 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station costing on average £36.
A coach is £455 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station costing on average £472.
Other travel options to Berlin Südkreuz station take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 24m.
Flight takes on average 2h 40m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 2h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £36 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
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.
Live departures
Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station train times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 384 | On time 8:53 Dresden Hbf | 1h27 | 10:20 Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 2048 · ICE 1602 | On time 9:22 Dresden Hbf | 2h53 | 12:15 Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 change | |
| S1 · IC 2270 · 21862 | 9:30 Dresden Hbf | 1h59 | 11:29 Berlin Südkreuz station | 2 changes | |
| RJ 178 | On time 10:53 Dresden Hbf | 1h27 | 12:20 Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 2178 · 21878 | On time 11:35 Dresden Hbf | 1h54 | 13:29 Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 change | |
| RJ 870 | On time 6:53 Dresden Hbf | 1h27 | 8:20 Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 2046 · ICE 1604 | On time 7:22 Dresden Hbf | 2h53 | 10:15 Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 change | |
| S1 · IC 2272 · 21846 | 7:30 Dresden Hbf | 1h59 | 9:29 Berlin Südkreuz station | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station
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Trains from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 0:53 |
Last train 18:53 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Dresden Hbf and Berlin Südkreuz station from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station 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 Berlin Südkreuz station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dresden Hbf and Berlin Südkreuz station
Most Dresden Hbf to Berlin Südkreuz station trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Dresden Hbf and Berlin Südkreuz station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Dresden Hauptbahnhof from Dresden city centre
Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, asiagourmet, dean&david, Hot Dog King, Starbucks, Subway, BABA Döner, Marché, backWERK, Ditsch, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kipping, Pullman Dresden Newa, IntercityHotel Dresden.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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 and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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