The cheapest and fastest trains from Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
7 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
437 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel Hbf 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 Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Kiel Hbf for Dresden Hbf 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 437 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 48 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 coach, train and flight for Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £197.
Distance: 437 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £301 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:23 Kiel Hbf | 5h43 | 13:06 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:52 Kiel Hbf | 7h48 | 16:40 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:11 Kiel Hbf | 7h29 | 16:40 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf
Distance 437 km |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 11:20 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kiel Hbf and Dresden Hbf from £26. 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: Kiel Hbf to Dresden Hbf train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kiel Hbf and Dresden Hbf
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:30
- Saturday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Sunday: 06:45 - 20:00
- MUM&DAD
- Lunatique
- McDonald's
- Campus Suite
- Hotel Wiking
- Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel
- Astor
- InterCityHotel Kiel
- 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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