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Schwarzenberg Palace
The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
Cheapest price on 17 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 17 Oct
£41
Fastest journey on 17 Oct
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 17 Oct
2 h 10 m
Trains on 17 Oct
27
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Prague will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sat 17 Oct, we found 27 trains from Dresden to Prague, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
RJ 179
STR 7 · RJ 179
453
RJ 385
STR 7 · RJ 385
RJ 177
RJ 175
RJX 251
STR 8 · RJ 175
STR 8 · RJ 177Trains from Dresden to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Prague trains for today, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
STR 7 · RJ 173 | Delayed 11:01 Dresden | 2h24 | 11:31 11:31Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
STR 10 · RJ 173 | Delayed 11:05 Dresden | 2h20 | 11:31 11:31Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 173 | Delayed 9:20 11:10Dresden Hbf | 2h15 | 11:31 11:31Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 · 28006 · R 685 | 11:59 Dresden Hbf | 3h11 | 15:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · RJ 175 | Delayed 13:01 Dresden | 2h14 | 13:55 13:55Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
RJ 175 | Delayed 11:54 13:10Dresden Hbf | 2h05 | 13:55 13:55Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 · 28008 · R 689 | 13:59 Dresden Hbf | 3h11 | 17:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · RJ 383 | On time 15:01 Dresden | 2h24 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
STR 10 · RJ 383 | On time 15:05 Dresden | 2h20 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 383 | Delayed 13:12 15:10Dresden Hbf | 2h15 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 · 28010 · R 693 | 15:59 Dresden Hbf | 3h11 | 19:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · RJ 177 | On time 17:01 Dresden | 2h14 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
RJ 177 | On time 17:10 Dresden Hbf | 2h05 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 · 28012 · R 697 | 17:59 Dresden Hbf | 3h11 | 21:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · RJ 385 | On time 19:02 Dresden | 2h23 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 385 | Delayed 17:13 19:10Dresden Hbf | 2h15 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 October | |||||
S1 · 28000 · R 677 | 5:59 Dresden Hbf | 3h11 | 9:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
STR 7 · EC 459 | Delayed 6:52 Dresden | 2h33 | 7:25 7:25Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
STR 7 · RJX 251 | On time 7:52 Dresden | 2h30 | 10:22 Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
RJX 251 | On time 8:09 Dresden Hbf | 2h13 | 10:22 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
453 | 8:32 Dresden Hbf | 2h22 | 10:54 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
STR 7 · RJ 171 | On time 9:02 Dresden | 2h23 | 11:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 171 | On time 9:10 Dresden Hbf | 2h15 | 11:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
S1 · 28004 · R 683 | 9:59 Dresden Hbf | 3h11 | 13:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
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A broad boulevard of shops, hotels and major buildings. It is a useful base for city walks and an important setting in modern Czech history.
A landscaped hilltop park with orchards, paths and one of Prague’s finest sunset views. It feels local, relaxed and well away from the busiest crowds.
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Well-known Lokál branch for Pilsner, svíčková and pub staples, with a busy modern beer-hall atmosphere in central Prague.
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Moderate for Europe. Beer, casual meals and public transport are good value, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more than in many Central European cities.
Tip around 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, often by rounding up. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or rounding up is usual.
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Prague trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Prague 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 Freiberger Straße is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Freiberger Straße 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: BrennNessel, VG Bistro, Antalya, Dix-Diner
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. ATMs are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Information desks are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Nearby hotels include Achat Hotel Dresden, Elbflorenz, Artis, Motel One Dresden am Zwinger.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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