How much does a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden cost?

The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Dresden is $88. The best way to find train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dresden is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

A train trip between Düsseldorf and Dresden is around 7h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 302 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Düsseldorf and Dresden?

The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 93. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

When taking the train from Düsseldorf to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

Trains traveling between Düsseldorf and Dresden leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Neustadt.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dresden?

Once in Dresden, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Bundeswehr Military History Museum, Albertinum, Grünes Gewölbe, Semperoper, Frauenkirche.

Train Düsseldorf to Dresden from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden on August 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	9:27pm	Duesseldorf Central	9h 32m	6:59am	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	Cheapest
	7:27am	Duesseldorf Central	6h 6m	1:33pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:04am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 28m	2:32pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	7:24am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 36m	3:00pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:04am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 28m	12:32pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden on August 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	7:00pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 30m	2:30am	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	12:21pm	Duesseldorf Central	6h 11m	6:32pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:04am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 28m	2:32pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	7:24am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 36m	3:00pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:04am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 28m	12:32pm	Dresden Neustadt Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Dresden.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $143	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$15 - $323	Average Duration7h 9m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Carpool	Average Price$31 - $70	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Düsseldorf to Dresden

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

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Train Düsseldorf to Dresden: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$88

Average train trip duration7h 9m

Number of daily trains93

Earliest train departure6:04am

Distance301 miles (485 km)

Latest train departure11:43pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/59 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/512 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

Deutsche Bahn

4.5/54 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.8

FlixBus

3.5/510,249 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, OBB Eurocity

Düsseldorf to Dresden Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Dresden?

Stops in Düsseldorf

A - Hbf

B - ZOB am Hbf

C - Duesseldorf Airport

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

Frequently asked questions for your trip Düsseldorf - Dresden

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/24

$144

08/25

$144

Today

$96

08/27

$125

08/28

$120

08/29

$168

08/30

$109

08/31

$121

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $302 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-08-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Düsseldorf and Dresden is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Dresden.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Dresden you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Düsseldorf and Dresden compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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