1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
11 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
13 h 34 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
598 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Košice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Košice will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Dresden to Košice you need to make at least one change.
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Berlin -> Prague)
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) · (Berlin -> Prague)
RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) · (Berlin -> Prague)
RJX 251 · EC 127 · Bus 127 · Os 3325
RJ 171 · EC 143 · EX 627
RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) · (Berlin -> Prague)
RJX 251 · EC 127 · Bus 127 · Os 3325
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · (Berlin -> Prague)
RJ 171 · EC 143 · EX 627
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) · (Berlin -> Prague)Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £474.
Distance: 598 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £474 Average Price | £67 Average Price | £123 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Košice:
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dresden to Košice costing on average £67.
A train is £423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Košice costing on average £474.
Other travel options to Košice take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 11m.
Coach takes on average 13h 18m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £123 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £72. The journey takes 11h 11m versus 8h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Košice trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 251 · EC 127 · Bus 127 · Os 3325 | On time 8:09 Dresden Hbf | 12h17 | 20:26 Kosice | 4 changes | |
RJ 171 · EC 143 · EX 627 | On time 9:10 Dresden Hbf | 12h43 | 21:53 Kosice | 2 changes | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 11:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 11h37 | 23:12 Kosice | 1 change | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 17:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 12h37 | 6:12 Kosice | 1 change | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 21:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 18h37 | 16:12 Kosice | 1 change |
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Trains from Dresden to Košice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 598 km distance in 10h 18m.
Distance 598 km |
Average train duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 18m |
First train 3:50 |
Last train 23:45 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Discover the best of Košice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Košice trip today.
Major regional museum with varied historical, artistic and natural history collections, including the famous Košice Gold Treasure.
Engaging science museum with interactive exhibits, a planetarium and family-friendly displays on technology and nature.
Gallery focused on contemporary and modern art, housed in a central building with rotating exhibitions and public programmes.
The city’s main historic street, lined with monuments, fountains and public spaces ideal for a central walking route.
Large central square around the cathedral and theatre, a natural meeting point for architecture, events and evening walks.
Extensive forest park north of the centre, popular for walks, family outings, viewpoints and seasonal leisure activities.
A hearty sauerkraut soup with sausage, smoked meat and often mushrooms. A festive Slovak classic, especially popular at Christmas and in eastern Slovakia.
Potato dumplings mixed with sheep’s bryndza cheese and topped with bacon. It is one of Slovakia’s best-known national dishes and widely eaten in Košice.
Potato dumplings with soft sheep’s cheese, usually without bacon. A rustic mountain dish linked to Slovak shepherd traditions and common on local menus.
Stylish modern restaurant in the city centre serving refined Slovak and international dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Traditional Slovak restaurant known for bryndzové halušky, soups and hearty regional plates in a rustic cellar atmosphere.
Established city-centre venue focused on grilled meats, steaks and classic European dishes with polished service and a smart interior.
Budget-friendly versus many EU city breaks. Hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Bratislava, Prague or Vienna.
Service is often not included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Košice 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 Košice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Košice trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Kosice station pair. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Košice 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.
Kosice is 1 km from Košice city centre. Public transport options include:
Kosice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Med Malina, Villa Regia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kosice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kosice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kosice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kosice: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kosice: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice, Hotel Yasmin Kosice, Boutique Hotel Maraton.
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