The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£377
Average price
£377
Fastest journey
12 h 16 m
Average duration
15 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1086 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Birmingham will cost around £377 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £377.
To travel from Dresden to Birmingham you need to make at least 3 changes.
6:1112h16Dresden18:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
8:1112h16Dresden20:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
10:1114h22Dresden0:33Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
14:1120h16Dresden10:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
18:1119h16Dresden13:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
6:1112h16Dresden18:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
8:1112h16Dresden20:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
10:1114h22Dresden0:33Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
18:1119h16Dresden13:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
14:1120h16Dresden10:27Birmingham£3771One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dresden to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £350.
Distance: 1086 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£376 Average Price | £320 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 11m Average total duration 15h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 42m Average total duration 30h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dresden to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Birmingham trains for today, Tuesday 9 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:11 Dresden | 12h16 | 20:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:11 Dresden | 14h22 | 0:33 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:11 Dresden | 20h16 | 10:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
![]() | 18:11 Dresden | 19h16 | 13:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 10 June | |||||
![]() | 6:11 Dresden | 12h16 | 18:27 Birmingham | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Dresden to Birmingham by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden to Birmingham
Trains from Dresden to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £350 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 1086 km distance in 12h 16m.
Distance 1086 km |
Average train duration 15h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £350 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 16m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 14:35 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Dresden to Birmingham trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Dresden and Birmingham from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Dresden to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Birmingham
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
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