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Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
17
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zwickau to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zwickau to Dresden will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Zwickau to Dresden you need to make at least one change.
74061 · Bus RB30
74017 · Bus RE30
74059 · Bus RB30
74021 · Bus RE30
74019 · Bus RE30
74017 · Bus RE30
74021 · Bus RE30
74019 · Bus RE30
74025 · Bus RE30
74023 · Bus RE30Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zwickau to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 95 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Zwickau to Dresden:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zwickau to Dresden costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 39m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.51. The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 21m 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 Zwickau to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
74009 · Bus RE30 | 8:32 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h50 | 10:22 Dresden | 1 change | |
74051 · Bus RB30 | 8:39 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h23 | 11:02 Dresden | 1 change | |
74011 · Bus RE30 | 9:32 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h50 | 11:22 Dresden | 1 change | |
74053 · Bus RB30 | 9:39 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h23 | 12:02 Dresden | 1 change | |
74013 · Bus RE30 | 10:32 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h50 | 12:22 Dresden | 1 change | |
74055 · Bus RB30 | 10:39 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h23 | 13:02 Dresden | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zwickau to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:08 |
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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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Dresden Hbf -> Altmarkt, Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zwickau 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 Zwickau to Dresden trains use the Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf to Dresden Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Zwickau and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf is 1 km from Zwickau city centre. Public transport options include:
Zwickau(Sachs) 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: Grüne Wiese, DB Casino, Dönerhaus Bosporus, Cafeteria Stadtverwaltung
Wi-Fi is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. ATMs are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. Information desks are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zwickau(Sachs) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel 1A.
Dresden Hbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hbf: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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.
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