The cheapest and fastest trains from Zwickau to Dresden
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
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 £32.
To travel from Zwickau to Dresden you need to make at least one change.
74011 · Bus RE3
74051 · Bus RE3
74013 · Bus RE3
74009 · Bus RE3
74053 · Bus RE3
74011 · Bus RE3
74013 · Bus RE3
74009 · Bus RE3
74051 · Bus RE3
74053 · Bus RE3Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zwickau to Dresden
Omio 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 prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£34 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zwickau to Dresden train times
The table below shows live departures for Zwickau to Dresden trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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74009 · Bus RE3 | 07:32 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h50 | 09:22 Dresden | 1 change | |
74051 · Bus RE3 | 07:39 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h23 | 10:02 Dresden | 1 change | |
74011 · Bus RE3 | 08:32 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h50 | 10:22 Dresden | 1 change | |
74053 · Bus RE3 | 08:39 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 2h23 | 11:02 Dresden | 1 change | |
74013 · Bus RE3 | 09:32 Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 1h50 | 11:22 Dresden | 1 change |
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zwickau to Dresden
Trains from Zwickau to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 7 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 32m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn from Zwickau to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn trains will get you between Zwickau and Dresden from £7. 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.
Transdev GmbH
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
FAQs: Zwickau to Dresden train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zwickau and Dresden
- Grüne Wiese
- DB Casino
- Dönerhaus Bosporus
- Cafeteria Stadtverwaltung
- Aparthotel 1A
- 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
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