The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 4 trains that leave Frankfurt Airport long-distance station for Dresden Hbf every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 381 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 31 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 381 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£82 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £223 Average Price |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h38 | 11:40 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h22 | 12:57 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 18:39 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 8h31 | 03:33 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf
Distance 381 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 00:29 |
Last train 19:02 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Dresden Hbf from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Dresden Hbf train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Dresden Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
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