The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim to Dresden
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Dresden will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 5 trains that leave Mannheim for Dresden 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 412 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 1 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 Mannheim to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £123.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £228 Average Price |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mannheim to Dresden train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:05 Mannheim | 7h01 | 13:06 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:32 Mannheim | 5h07 | 11:39 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:32 Mannheim | 5h25 | 12:57 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:14 Mannheim | 9h26 | 19:40 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:32 Mannheim | 5h07 | 15:39 Dresden | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mannheim to Dresden
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 00:41 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB from Mannheim to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB trains will get you between Mannheim and Dresden from £17. 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
FAQs: Mannheim to Dresden train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mannheim and Dresden
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 20:30
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:30
- Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten
- Corner
- Liman Döner
- Kaschmir-Tandoori
- Central
- Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center
- InterCityHotel Mannheim
- City Hotel
- 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
- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
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