Dresden to Košice train with Deutsche Bahn (EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Košice

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

11 h 37 m

Average duration

14 h 16 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

598 km

Cheap tickets

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 £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Dresden for Košice every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 598 km distance in an average of 14 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 18 h 37 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.

Regiojet
15:3512h33
Dresden
04:08Košice
£411One-way
0 changes
Regiojet
09:3511h37
Dresden
21:12Košice
£441One-way
0 changes
Regiojet
19:3518h37
Dresden
14:12Košice
£501One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Dresden to Košice

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Košice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £125.

Distance: 598 km

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£44

Average Price

Cheapest

£59

Average Price

£418

Average Price

11h 10m

Average total duration

10h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 30m

Average total duration

12h 0m

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30m

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12h 56m

Average total duration

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9h 56m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Dresden to Košice train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahn05:08 Dresden
12h45
17:53 Košice0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn05:33 Dresden
12h20
17:53 Košice0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn07:10 Dresden
12h43
19:53 Košice0 changesdirect
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet15:35 Dresden
12h33
04:08 Košice0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dresden to Košice

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Trains from Dresden to Košice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
598 km
Average train duration
10h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
10h 43m
First train
03:35
Last train
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Regiojet, Bahn DE from Dresden to Košice trainsDeutsche Bahn, Regiojet, Bahn DE trains will get you between Dresden and Košice from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 9m
Cheapest Price
£35
Deutsche Bahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Regiojet

About
RegioJet is a leading transport company in the Czech Republic, operating both buses and trains. For bus travel, ticket fare options include Low Cost, Standard, Fun & Relax, Relax, and Business. RegioJet also runs regional and long-distance train services, connecting cities across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. Regional services, known as RegioJet Express, offer frequent departures, while long-distance RegioJet Comfort trains provide a more luxurious experience with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Onboard amenities can include a café car, restaurant car, bar car, entertainment options, and power outlets. Popular routes include Prague to Brno, Prague to Ostrava, and Prague to Vienna, offering convenient connections within the Czech Republic and to neighboring countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 37m
Cheapest Price
£26
Regiojet frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals, snacks, and drinks. At-seat service in some classes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

Bahn DE

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 6m
Cheapest Price
£19
Bahn DE frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Dresden to Košice train

FAQs: Travel by train from Dresden to Košice easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dresden to Košice.
FAQs
Booking trains from Dresden to Košice in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Dresden to Košice is 598 km.
To get from Dresden to Košice, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cost of a train ticket from Dresden to Košice can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Dresden to Košice covers a distance of 598 km and takes approximately 10h 43m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Košice is by train, costing approximately £26.
The train station in Dresden that goes to Košice is Dresden Hbf, and it arrives at Kosice.
The first train from Dresden to Košice leaves at 3:35.
The last train from Dresden to Košice departs at 23:45.
Yes, you can take the train from Dresden to Košice.
Trains from Dresden to Košice run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dresden to Košice.
There is no night train service from Dresden to Košice.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Košice

Dresden
Košice
The major train station for departures in Dresden is Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dresden Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Dresden to Košice.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • asiagourmet
  • dean&david
  • Hot Dog King
  • Starbucks
  • Subway
  • BABA Döner
  • Marché
  • backWERK
  • Ditsch
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Kipping
  • Pullman Dresden Newa
  • IntercityHotel Dresden
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Dresden-NeustadtWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • ElbUferei
  • Raskolnikoff
  • Byblos
  • Kantine No. 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
  • Rothenburger Hof
  • Mezcalero
  • Villa Romantika
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