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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Düsseldorf will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Sat 14 Nov, we found 36 trains from Dresden to Düsseldorf, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 486 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 36 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.
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Trains from Dresden to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 486 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 486 km |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Düsseldorf.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 1554 · ICE 526 | On time 16:11 Dresden Hbf | 6h45 | 22:56 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
STR 7 · RJ 174 · ICE 209 | On time 16:41 Dresden | 7h40 | 0:21 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · IC 2446 · 26840 | 16:51 Dresden | 7h52 | 0:43 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · IC 2446 · ICE 852 · 26440 | 16:51 Dresden | 7h27 | 0:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 174 · ICE 209 | On time 16:53 Dresden Hbf | 7h28 | 0:21 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2446 · ICE 852 · 26440 | 17:00 Dresden Hbf | 7h18 | 0:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2446 · 26840 | 17:00 Dresden Hbf | 7h43 | 0:43 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
STR 7 · 16526 · 16134 · ICE 550 | On time 17:01 Dresden | 8h27 | 1:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
16526 · 16134 · ICE 550 | On time 17:12 Dresden Hbf | 8h16 | 1:28 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · ICE 1552 · ICE 522 · 26843 | 18:01 Dresden | 7h19 | 1:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 7 · ICE 1552 · ICE 920 · 26847 | 18:01 Dresden | 9h19 | 3:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 1552 · ICE 522 · 26843 | 18:11 Dresden Hbf | 7h09 | 1:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1552 · ICE 920 · 26847 | 18:11 Dresden Hbf | 9h09 | 3:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 10 · ICE 1970 · ICE 1540 | On time 20:38 Dresden | 9h08 | 5:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 10 · S2 · ICE 1970 · ICE 1540 | On time 20:44 Dresden | 9h02 | 5:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 1970 · ICE 1540 | On time 20:53 Dresden Hbf | 8h53 | 5:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
STR 7 · 16534 · ICE 699 · ICE 618 | 21:02 Dresden | 9h30 | 6:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 7 · 16534 · S5 · 16340 | On time 21:02 Dresden | 8h44 | 5:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
16534 · ICE 699 · ICE 618 | 21:12 Dresden Hbf | 9h20 | 6:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
16534 · S5 · 16340 · ICE 1540 | On time 21:12 Dresden Hbf | 8h34 | 5:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 7 · 16536 · S5 · ICE 273 | 22:02 Dresden | 10h18 | 8:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 changes | |
STR 7 · 16536 · S5 · ICE 273 | On time 22:02 Dresden | 10h37 | 8:39 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
STR 7 · 16536 · S5 · 16342 | 22:02 Dresden | 10h19 | 8:21 Düsseldorf Hbf | 7 changes | |
16536 · S5 · ICE 273 · ICE 824 | On time 22:12 Dresden Hbf | 10h27 | 8:39 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
16536 · S5 · ICE 273 · ICE 18 | 22:12 Dresden Hbf | 10h08 | 8:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
16536 · S5 · 16342 · 16448 | 22:12 Dresden Hbf | 10h09 | 8:21 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 changes | |
STR 10 · 16538 · S5 · 16344 | On time 23:05 Dresden | 12h07 | 11:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
STR 10 · 16538 · ICE 905 · ICE 822 | On time 23:05 Dresden | 10h31 | 9:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
16538 · ICE 905 · ICE 822 | On time 23:12 Dresden Hbf | 10h24 | 9:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
16538 · S5 · 16344 · ICE 644 | On time 23:12 Dresden Hbf | 12h00 | 11:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:30 Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 9h49 | 13:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h04 | 13:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
16500 · ICE 593 · ICE 728 | On time 4:15 Dresden Hbf | 7h21 | 11:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
16500 · ICE 1748 | On time 4:15 Dresden Hbf | 7h57 | 12:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
STR 7 · ICE 1654 · ICE 726 | On time 5:52 Dresden | 6h48 | 12:40 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · ICE 1654 · IC 2238 · ICE 652 | 5:52 Dresden | 7h26 | 13:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 6:00 Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 11h19 | 17:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1654 · ICE 726 | On time 6:11 Dresden Hbf | 6h29 | 12:40 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1654 · IC 2238 · ICE 652 · 26418 | On time 6:11 Dresden Hbf | 7h07 | 13:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 7 · RJ 870 · ICE 109 | On time 6:22 Dresden | 8h02 | 14:24 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · IC 2606 · ICE 952 · 26420 | 6:52 Dresden | 7h26 | 14:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 7 · IC 2606 · ICE 595 · ICE 724 | On time 6:52 Dresden | 6h45 | 13:37 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 870 · ICE 109 | On time 6:53 Dresden Hbf | 7h31 | 14:24 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2606 · ICE 952 · 26420 | On time 7:00 Dresden Hbf | 7h18 | 14:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2606 · ICE 595 · ICE 724 | On time 7:00 Dresden Hbf | 6h37 | 13:37 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 10 · 16506 · 16114 · ICE 650 | 7:05 Dresden | 8h13 | 15:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
16506 · 16114 · ICE 650 · 26422 | 7:12 Dresden Hbf | 8h06 | 15:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 7 · ICE 1652 · ICE 722 | On time 7:52 Dresden | 6h44 | 14:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1652 · ICE 722 | On time 8:11 Dresden Hbf | 6h25 | 14:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
STR 11 · RJ 384 · ICE 201 | On time 8:37 Dresden | 7h45 | 16:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 8 · IC 2608 · ICE 950 · 26424 | 8:51 Dresden | 7h27 | 16:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
STR 8 · IC 2608 · ICE 597 · ICE 720 | On time 8:51 Dresden | 6h45 | 15:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 384 · ICE 201 | On time 8:53 Dresden Hbf | 7h29 | 16:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2608 · ICE 597 · ICE 720 | On time 9:00 Dresden Hbf | 6h36 | 15:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2608 · ICE 950 · 26424 | On time 9:00 Dresden Hbf | 7h18 | 16:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · 16510 · 16118 · ICE 558 | 9:02 Dresden | 8h16 | 17:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
FlixTrain | 9:07 Dresden Hbf | 8h12 | 17:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
16510 · 16118 · ICE 558 · 26426 | 9:12 Dresden Hbf | 8h06 | 17:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain | 9:16 Dresden-Neustadt station | 8h03 | 17:19 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
STR 7 · ICE 1650 · ICE 628 | On time 10:01 Dresden | 6h39 | 16:40 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 628 | On time 10:11 Dresden Hbf | 6h29 | 16:40 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 628 | On time 10:11 Dresden Hbf | 6h29 | 16:40 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:30 Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 9h45 | 21:15 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h00 | 21:15 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
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Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Düsseldorf trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-Dobritz is 6 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Dobritz 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: La Stella, Jacky's Eat-Meet-Fun Location, Zur Hanni
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Dobritz. ATMs are available at Dresden-Dobritz.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Dobritz. Information desks are available at Dresden-Dobritz.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Dobritz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden-Dobritz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden-Dobritz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Dobritz.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf-Reisholz is 7 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Reisholz 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: Side, Alde Brück, Chelsea, Hassler Fass
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Reisholz.
Nearby hotels include Acora.
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