- Must visit
Stadt- und Bergbaumuseum Freiberg
Main museum on Freiberg’s mining story, technology and everyday life, housed in a former granary near the old town centre.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Freiberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Freiberg will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Dresden to Freiberg you need to make at least one change.
STR 10 · 74029 · IC 2273
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74044
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus S3 · S3
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74082
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74002
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74048
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74052
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74050
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74054
|
| ||||||||||||
Bus RE3 · 74056
|
| ||||||||||||
Trains from Dresden to Freiberg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 32m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Freiberg.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Freiberg trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus RE3 · 74008 | 7:33 Dresden | 0h51 | 8:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus 62 · 74050 | 7:49 Dresden Hbf | 1h01 | 8:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74050 | 8:00 Dresden | 0h50 | 8:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus 62 · 74010 | 8:19 Dresden Hbf | 1h05 | 9:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
STR 7 · S1 · 74010 | 8:22 Dresden | 1h02 | 9:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 2 changes | |
Bus RE3 · 74010 | 8:33 Dresden | 0h51 | 9:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus 62 · 74052 | 8:49 Dresden Hbf | 1h01 | 9:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
STR 7 · Bus RE3 · 74052 | 8:52 Dresden | 0h58 | 9:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 2 changes | |
Bus RE3 · 74052 | 9:03 Dresden | 0h47 | 9:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74012 | 9:33 Dresden | 0h51 | 10:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74054 | 10:03 Dresden | 0h47 | 10:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
Bus 62 · 74082 | 0:19 Dresden Hbf | 1h02 | 1:21 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74082 | 0:24 Dresden | 0h57 | 1:21 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74002 | 4:33 Dresden | 0h51 | 5:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74044 | 5:00 Dresden | 0h50 | 5:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus S3 · S3 | 5:23 Dresden | 0h56 | 6:19 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74004 | 5:33 Dresden | 0h51 | 6:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74046 | 6:00 Dresden | 0h50 | 6:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus S3 · S3 | 6:23 Dresden | 0h56 | 7:19 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74006 | 6:33 Dresden | 0h51 | 7:24 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus RE3 · 74048 | 7:03 Dresden | 0h47 | 7:50 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
Bus S3 · S3 | 7:23 Dresden | 0h56 | 8:19 Freiberg (Sachs) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Freiberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Freiberg trip today.
Main museum on Freiberg’s mining story, technology and everyday life, housed in a former granary near the old town centre.
Collection of minerals, rocks and ores at TU Bergakademie. A practical introduction to the geology behind Freiberg’s mining fame.
Exhibition on mineral resources and mining in a former castle setting. Its displays complement terra mineralia with broader earth science themes.
Freiberg’s main market square, lined with historic façades, civic buildings and monuments. A natural starting point for exploring the old town.
Compact historic centre with lanes, churches and merchant houses. Best explored on foot to appreciate Freiberg’s mining-era urban character.
Elegant square with civic architecture, fountains and regular foot traffic. It is one of the most pleasant urban spaces in central Freiberg.
A Saxon potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and sausages. It is a warming regional staple found across Freiberg and wider Saxony.
A robust Saxon sauerbraten, traditionally marinated beef with a sweet-sour gravy. It reflects old festive cooking in the region around Freiberg.
A regional pot roast of marinated beef or game, slowly braised. It is a classic Sunday and celebratory dish in Saxony.
Traditional Saxon restaurant in the historic centre, known for hearty regional plates and a cosy, old-town atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant with seasonal German cuisine and a refined atmosphere inside a restored historic property.
Historic brewery venue serving German classics and beer in a rustic setting close to Freiberg’s old town.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining and local transport are usually a little cheaper than in larger tourist cities such as Dresden or Munich.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is polite. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip restaurants when service is good.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Freiberg.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Freiberg 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 Freiberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Freiberg trains use the Dresden Hbf to Freiberg (Sachs) station pair. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Freiberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dresden Hbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hbf: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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.
Freiberg (Sachs) 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: Konditorei & Café Hartmann, Taste of India, Gastmahl des Meeres, Kebap-Haus
Wi-Fi is available at Freiberg (Sachs). ATMs are available at Freiberg (Sachs).
Ticket office support is available at Freiberg (Sachs). Information desks are available at Freiberg (Sachs).
Luggage storage is available at Freiberg (Sachs). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiberg (Sachs): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiberg (Sachs): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiberg (Sachs).
Nearby hotels include Hotel Am Obermarkt, Hotel & Restaurant Mauck'sches Gut.
Check train stations information for Dresden and Freiberg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need