1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£72
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 21 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Szczecin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Szczecin will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Dresden to Szczecin, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Szczecin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 270 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Szczecin:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Szczecin costing on average £59.
Other travel options to Szczecin take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 46m.
Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.45. The journey takes 4h 33m versus 3h 44m 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 Szczecin trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 870 · 3306 · 5357 | On time 7:00 Dresden-Neustadt station | 5h54 | 12:54 Szczecin Główny | 2 changes | |
RJ 870 · 3306 · 5359 | On time 7:00 Dresden-Neustadt station | 7h54 | 14:54 Szczecin Główny | 2 changes | |
RJ 870 · ICE 936 · 13056 · 13207 | On time 7:00 Dresden-Neustadt station | 5h54 | 12:54 Szczecin Główny | 4 changes | |
S1 · IC 2272 · 3508 · 5357 | 7:30 Dresden Hbf | 5h24 | 12:54 Szczecin Główny | 3 changes | |
S1 · IC 2270 · 3510 · 5359 | 9:30 Dresden Hbf | 5h24 | 14:54 Szczecin Główny | 3 changes | |
IC 2178 · 3512 · 5361 | On time 11:35 Dresden Hbf | 5h19 | 16:54 Szczecin Główny | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Dresden to Szczecin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:25, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 270 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 270 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 2:25 |
Last train 23:48 |
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Discover the best of Szczecin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Szczecin trip today.
Major maritime museum with shipping, navigation and regional displays in landmark riverside buildings. Ideal for understanding Szczecin’s port identity.
Contemporary museum focused on twentieth-century and civic history, housed in a striking underground building on Solidarności Square.
Interactive technology museum in a former tram depot, featuring historic vehicles, engineering exhibits and hands-on family displays.
Revived riverside island with boulevards, event spaces and harbour views. Popular for strolls and seeing Szczecin’s changing waterfront.
Large urban park with lawns, rose gardens and broad avenues. A favourite local walking area near major cultural sites and summer events.
Central square framed by the philharmonic and modern museum architecture. A key public space for city walks and contemporary Szczecin landmarks.
A rich fish soup from the Baltic and Oder waters, traditionally made with several fish species. It reflects Szczecin’s long port and fishing heritage.
Paprykarz szczeciński is a spicy rice and fish spread created in Szczecin’s fish-processing industry. It became one of the city’s most recognisable foods.
Fried or baked Baltic herring is a local staple, valued for the region’s maritime traditions and easy access to fresh fish from the coast.
Established restaurant known for Polish dishes and seafood in a refined but relaxed setting near the riverfront.
Popular venue specialising in Polish cooking and fish dishes, with an elegant interior suited to a leisurely dinner.
Casual, established spot for traditional Polish dumplings with a broad choice of fillings and a simple, welcoming atmosphere.
Budget-friendly by Polish city standards: meals, local transport and hotels usually cost less than in Kraków, Gdańsk or Warsaw.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; round up taxi fares; cafés usually just round up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Szczecin 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 Szczecin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Szczecin trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Szczecin Główny station pair, with some services arriving at Szczecin, Krzysztofa Kolumba (Dworzec Główny). Use this guide to compare Dresden and Szczecin 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.
Szczecin Główny is 1 km from Szczecin city centre. Public transport options include:
Szczecin Główny 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: Restauracja Wyszak, Restauracja Na Kuncu Korytarza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Szczecin Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Szczecin Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Szczecin Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Szczecin Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Szczecin Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Szczecin Centrum, Hotel Focus Szczecin, Ibis Szczecin Centrum.
Szczecin, Krzysztofa Kolumba (Dworzec Główny) is 1 km from Szczecin city centre. Public transport options include:
Szczecin, Krzysztofa Kolumba (Dworzec Główny) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and quick service restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the main hall. ATMs are aTM located near main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Szczecin, Krzysztofa Kolumba (Dworzec Główny).
Available at Szczecin, Krzysztofa Kolumba (Dworzec Główny): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Szczecin, Krzysztofa Kolumba (Dworzec Główny): Ramps and elevators available for accessibility.
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