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Next departures for Paderborn to Dresden on September 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:15pm	Paderborn Hbf	11h 18m	5:33am	Dresden Hbf
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:15pm	Paderborn Hbf	11h 11m	5:26am	Dresden Neustadt Train Station
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:12pm	Paderborn Hbf	9h 43m	5:55am	Dresden Neustadt Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:12pm	Paderborn Hbf	9h 43m	5:55am	Dresden Neustadt Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:12pm	Paderborn Hbf	9h 56m	6:08am	Dresden Hbf

Compare 2 ways to go from Paderborn to Dresden

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

354 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $95	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $449	Average Duration6h 23m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

Paderborn

A
Maspernplatz
Hathumarstraße (Autohof Monkeloh A33), 33098 Paderborn, Germany
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B
Paderborn Hauptbahnhof
Bahnhofstraße 29, 33102 Paderborn, Germany
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Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paderborn to Dresden by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Paderborn to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Paderborn to Dresden start at $34. The average price for this train route is around $170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Paderborn to Dresden?
The average train trip from Paderborn to Dresden takes 6h 23m and covers 355 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Paderborn to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paderborn to Dresden?
The earliest train from Paderborn to Dresden departs at 6:04am. The latest train departs at 9:15pm.
What is the best train operator from Paderborn to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paderborn to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Paderborn to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Paderborn 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.