The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
10 h 1 m
Average duration
11 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central 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 Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Copenhagen Central Station for Dresden Hbf every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 521 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 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 Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 521 km
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£85 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £240 Average Price |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 27m Average total duration 11h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h44 | 17:06 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h45 | 19:07 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 03:57 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h09 | 15:06 Dresden Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf
Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 16:22. The fastest train covers the 521 km distance in 10h 41m.
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 41m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 16:22 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Copenhagen Central Station and Dresden Hbf from £20. 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: Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen Central Station to Dresden Hbf 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 Dresden Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen Central Station and Dresden Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 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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