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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
£57
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wałbrzych to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wałbrzych to Dresden will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wałbrzych for Dresden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wałbrzych to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 181 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Wałbrzych to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:23 Wałbrzych | 5h10 | 11:33 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:49 Wałbrzych | 5h08 | 22:57 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Wałbrzych to Dresden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 3:56 |
Last train 18:46 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wałbrzych 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 Wałbrzych to Dresden trains use the Wałbrzych Główny to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Wałbrzych and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wałbrzych Główny is 4 km from Wałbrzych city centre. Public transport options include:
Wałbrzych Główny has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wałbrzych Główny.
Wałbrzych Miasto has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Wałbrzych Miasto.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wałbrzych Miasto.
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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