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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | Fastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Nuremberg Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Nuremberg to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 410, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nuremberg and Dresden?
Nuremberg
- ABahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany - D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany - E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany - F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nuremberg to Dresden by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Nuremberg to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Dresden start from R 452. The average price for this train route is around R 1 496. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Dresden?
The average train journey time from Nuremberg to Dresden is 3h 34m, covering a distance of 259 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Nuremberg to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nuremberg to Dresden?
The earliest train from Nuremberg to Dresden departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 21:00.
Which is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Nuremberg to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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.
The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Dresden was searched and found on 22 Mar 2026 with a price of R 747To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nuremberg to Dresden as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 747 to R 3 534 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 171, which is on 2026-03-28.
