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

The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Dresden is $124. The best way to find cheap 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 trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

A train trip between Düsseldorf and Dresden is around 7h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 487 km 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 45. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. 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 travelling between Düsseldorf and Dresden leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Neustadt.

Train Düsseldorf to Dresden from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:37am	Hbf	10h 23m	9:00pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:00am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 40m	1:40pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
	10:37am	Hbf	7h 30m	6:07pm	Dresden Central Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:24am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 16m	1:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	6:54am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 45m	2:39pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf 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 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

486 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $131	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $422	Average Duration7h 16m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$43 - $107	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,410 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf to Dresden by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden cost?
The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Dresden is $124. The best way to find cheap 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 trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden?
A train trip between Düsseldorf and Dresden is around 7h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 487 km 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 45. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. 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 travelling between Düsseldorf and Dresden leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Neustadt.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-21

$121

11-22

$50

Today

$107

11-24

$122

11-25

$114

11-26

No data

11-27

$101

11-28

$174

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $50

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 $50 to $360 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 $101 which is on 2025-11-27.