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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 24 Oct
£50
Average ticket price on 24 Oct
£98
Fastest journey on 24 Oct
5 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 24 Oct
5 h 36 m
Trains on 24 Oct
43
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Dresden will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Stuttgart to Dresden you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 698 · IC 2447
ICE 698 · IC 2447 · STR 7
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IC 2163 · ICE 1002 · ICE 1655
IC 2067 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559
IC 2069 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651
IC 2065 · ICE 1100 · ICE 1557
IC 2163 · ICE 1002 · ICE 1655
IC 2161 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653Trains from Stuttgart to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:46 |
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The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Dresden trains for today, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 576 · ICE 1655 | On time 15:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h22 | 21:45 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2163 · ICE 1002 · ICE 1655 | On time 16:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h36 | 21:45 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 16:14 Stuttgart | 9h21 | 1:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · IC 2045 | On time 16:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h01 | 22:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 574 · ICE 1657 | On time 17:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h22 | 23:45 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 574 · ICE 1657 · STR 10 | On time 17:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h42 | 0:05 Dresden | 2 changes | |
IC 2165 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 | On time 18:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h36 | 23:45 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2165 · ICE 1000 · ICE 1657 · STR 10 | On time 18:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h56 | 0:05 Dresden | 3 changes | |
ICE 590 · 16501 | On time 20:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h45 | 5:34 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 990 · IC 60409 · 16503 | On time 22:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h45 | 6:34 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 990 · EC 459 | On time 22:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h17 | 7:06 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 990 · EC 459 · STR 10 | On time 22:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h46 | 7:35 Dresden | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 24 October | |||||
ICE 618 · ICE 696 · IC 2447 | On time 2:22 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h28 | 10:50 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 618 · ICE 696 · IC 2447 · STR 7 | 2:22 Stuttgart Hbf | 8h35 | 10:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
IC 2063 · ICE 1102 · ICE 1555 · STR 7 | On time 6:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h52 | 11:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
IC 2063 · ICE 1102 · ICE 1555 | On time 6:05 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h38 | 11:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 6:15 Stuttgart | 9h25 | 15:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 6:15 Stuttgart | 9h10 | 15:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
ICE 1162 · IC 2445 | On time 7:03 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h47 | 12:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1162 · IC 2445 · STR 7 | On time 7:03 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h54 | 12:57 Dresden | 2 changes | |
IC 2065 · ICE 1100 · ICE 1557 | On time 8:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h36 | 13:44 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2065 · ICE 1100 · ICE 1557 · STR 7 | On time 8:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h49 | 13:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 Stuttgart | 9h11 | 17:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:14 Stuttgart | 9h26 | 17:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · IC 2443 · STR 7 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h08 | 14:57 Dresden | 2 changes | |
ICE 692 · IC 2443 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h01 | 14:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
89685 · ICE 508 · ICE 1559 | On time 8:57 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h46 | 15:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
89685 · ICE 508 · ICE 1559 · STR 7 | 8:57 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h00 | 15:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
IC 2067 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559 | On time 10:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h34 | 15:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2067 · ICE 1008 · ICE 1559 · STR 7 | On time 10:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h48 | 15:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h01 | 16:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · IC 2441 · STR 7 | On time 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h08 | 16:57 Dresden | 2 changes | |
88617 · ICE 506 · ICE 1651 | On time 11:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h43 | 17:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
88617 · ICE 506 · ICE 1651 · STR 7 | 11:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h57 | 17:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
88617 · ICE 506 · ICE 1651 · STR 20 | 11:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h50 | 17:50 Dresden | 3 changes | |
IC 2069 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651 | On time 12:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h35 | 17:43 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2069 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651 · STR 7 | On time 12:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h49 | 17:57 Dresden | 3 changes | |
IC 2069 · ICE 1006 · ICE 1651 · STR 20 | On time 12:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h42 | 17:50 Dresden | 3 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:14 Stuttgart | 9h26 | 21:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · IC 2049 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h01 | 18:50 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · IC 2049 · STR 7 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h08 | 18:57 Dresden | 2 changes | |
88619 · ICE 504 · ICE 1653 | On time 13:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h45 | 19:45 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
88619 · ICE 504 · ICE 1653 · STR 10 | 13:00 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h59 | 19:59 Dresden | 3 changes | |
IC 2161 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653 | On time 14:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h37 | 19:45 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2161 · ICE 1004 · ICE 1653 · STR 10 | On time 14:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h51 | 19:59 Dresden | 3 changes | |
ICE 596 · 16533 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h45 | 21:34 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 596 · 16533 · STR 10 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h49 | 21:38 Dresden | 2 changes | |
88621 · ICE 502 · ICE 1655 | On time 14:56 Stuttgart Hbf | 6h49 | 21:45 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
88621 · ICE 502 · ICE 1655 · STR 10 | 14:56 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h03 | 21:59 Dresden | 3 changes | |
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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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Most Stuttgart to Dresden trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart Hbf 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
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.
Dresden-Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Neustadt 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: ElbUferei, Raskolnikoff, Byblos, Kantine No. 2
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden, Rothenburger Hof, Mezcalero, Villa Romantika.
Dresden Mitte is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Mitte 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: Italienisches Dörfchen, BrennNessel, Kahnaletto, Cafe Friedrichstadt
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Mitte. ATMs are available at Dresden Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Mitte. Information desks are available at Dresden Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Elbflorenz, Penck Hotel, Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt, Artis.
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