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Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£108
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£137
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Dresden will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Salzburg to Dresden you need to make at least 2 changes.
S 3 · ICE 1602 · S35 · 16517
ICE 1604 · S35 · 16513+
79000
RJ 1296 · ICE 1602 · S35 · 16517
ICE 1604 · ICE 1555+
79000
NJ 236+
ICE 1102 · ICE 1555+
DB S1
RJX 262 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651
ICE 210 · ICE 1508 · S35 · 16525
EC 212 · ICE 1600 · S35 · 16521
ICE 118 · ICE 1506 · S35 · 16529
ICE 1604 · S35 · 16513+
79000Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £255.
Distance: 365 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £255 Average Price | £91 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Dresden:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Dresden costing on average £70.
A coach is £217 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Dresden costing on average £255.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 15m.
Coach takes on average 9h 25m.
Tickets start at around £70 compared to roughly £91 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 9h 15m versus 5h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Dresden trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EC 212 · ICE 1600 · S35 · 16521 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 7h34 | 15:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
79020+ ICE 1508 · S35 · 16525 | 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 8h29 | 17:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 210 · S1 · ICE 1508 · S35 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 7h34 | 17:34 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
79000+ ICE 1604 · ICE 1555 | On time 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 7h56 | 11:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
79000+ ICE 1604 · S35 · 16513 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 7h47 | 11:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
NJ 236+ DB S1+ ICE 1102 · ICE 1555 | On time 3:55 Salzburg Hbf | 7h48 | 11:43 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 1296 · ICE 1602 · S35 · 16517 | On time 5:39 Salzburg Hbf | 7h55 | 13:34 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
S 3+ 79008+ ICE 1602 · S35 | 5:47 Salzburg Hbf | 7h47 | 13:34 Dresden Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 365 km distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 365 km |
Average train duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:15 |
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Discover the best of Dresden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dresden trip today.
Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Treasury museum displaying royal jewels, goldsmith work and ceremonial objects in richly restored historic rooms.
Contemporary art museum in a former arsenal, showing modern and post-1990 works with a strong local and international mix.
Reconstructed central square framed by baroque façades and the Frauenkirche, ideal for architecture and people-watching.
Lively inner-city district known for pubs, street art, independent shops and a distinctly alternative Dresden atmosphere.
Large riverside meadows popular for walking, cycling and skyline views across the Elbe toward the historic centre.
Sweet layered cake from Dresden made with yeast dough, butter and dried fruit. It is the city’s best-known festive speciality, especially at Christmas.
Saxon potato soup, usually hearty and rustic, often enriched with vegetables and traditionally served with sausages or bacon for extra flavour.
Simple Saxon quark cheese with linseed oil, often served with potatoes. It reflects rural Lusatian and Saxon home cooking around Dresden.
Elegant restaurant in Dresden Castle focused on refined regional cooking and a polished fine-dining atmosphere.
Popular traditional inn with Saxon and German comfort food, generous portions and a cosy historic feel in the Neustadt area.
Traditional brewery restaurant in the Altstadt known for Saxon dishes and house beers in a lively, historic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and museums remain fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up. In cafés, round up or leave small change.
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Dresden Hbf -> Altmarkt, Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Dresden 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Dresden trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: McDonald's
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, asiagourmet, dean&david, Hot Dog King, Starbucks, Subway, BABA Döner, Marché, backWERK, Ditsch, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kipping, Pullman Dresden Newa, IntercityHotel Dresden.
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