The cheapest and fastest trains from Ljubljana to Dresden
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Dresden will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Ljubljana to Dresden you need to make at least 3 changes.
314 · IC 895+
BRB 79404+
ICE 888
316 · IC 793 · RJX 64 · ICE 500
EC 210 · EC 110 · ICE 1080 · IC 494
EC 212 · EC 112 · ICE 1002 · IC 2047
EC 212 · EC 112 · ICE 1002 · IC 2047
316 · IC 793 · RJX 64 · ICE 500
EC 210 · EC 110 · ICE 1080 · IC 494
314 · IC 895+
BRB 79404+
ICE 888Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ljubljana to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Dresden 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 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £125.
Distance: 559 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £404 Average Price |
13h 31m Average total duration 13h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ljubljana to Dresden train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 212 · EC 112 · ICE 1002 · IC 2047 | On time 08:30 Ljubljana station | 11h10 | 19:40 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
316 · IC 793 · RJX 64 · ICE 500 | On time 10:35 Ljubljana station | 12h08 | 22:43 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 210 · EC 110 · ICE 1080 · IC 494 | On time 14:27 Ljubljana station | 15h06 | 05:33 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
314 · IC 895+ BRB 79404+ ICE 888 | On time 16:15 Ljubljana station | 16h25 | 08:40 Dresden Hbf | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ljubljana to Dresden
Distance 559 km |
Average train duration 13h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 10m |
First train 02:27 |
Last train 23:18 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, Slovenian Railways (SŽ) from Ljubljana to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, Slovenian Railways (SŽ) trains will get you between Ljubljana and Dresden 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.
ÖBB Nightjet
Slovenian Railways (SŽ)
FAQs: Ljubljana to Dresden train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ljubljana and Dresden
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Trg Osvobodilne fronte.
- Restaurant Sokol
- JB Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- InterContinental Ljubljana
- City Hotel Ljubljana
- Grand Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Croatia, and Italy
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Not available
- Tram: Not available
- 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.
- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
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