Train from Vienna to Dresden: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Hbf., Bayerische StrasseCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:13 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Dresden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 20mAverage duration
369 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price€18 - €87Average duration7h 40m
9kg CO₂e
Train
Average price€43 - €211Average duration8h 31m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€31 - €40Average duration5h 20m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Dresden by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Vienna to Dresden?

    The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from €43. The average price for this train route is around €63. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Vienna to Dresden?

    The average train journey time from Vienna to Dresden is 8h 31m, covering a distance of 371 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by OBB Eurocity.

  3. Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dresden route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, OBB Eurocity, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Dresden?

    The earliest train from Vienna to Dresden departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 15:13.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Vienna to Dresden?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Dresden?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Vienna to Dresden?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Vienna to Dresden?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/01
No data
22/01
€53
Today
€58
24/01
No data
25/01
€50
26/01
No data
27/01
€53
28/01
€37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vienna to Dresden as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €37 to €431 for a train ticket from Vienna to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €37, which is on 2026-01-28.

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