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Next departures to Dresden

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: May 22 at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Südbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 21 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden

Average PriceUS$13 - US$159Average Duration7h 20m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$23 - US$261Average Duration4h 43m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$24 - US$58Average Duration4h 40m
16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day
4h 40mAverage Duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Frankfurt am Main to Dresden: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$80
Average train trip duration4h 43m
Number of daily trains20
Earliest train departure6:14am
Distance371 km
Latest train departure9:18pm

Frankfurt am Main to Dresden Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Dresden

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden cost?

    The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden is US$80. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Dresden is around 4h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 373 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Dresden?

    The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Dresden leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Neustadt.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden was searched and found on May 22, 2025 with a price of US$29

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

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$240 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29 which is on 2025-05-22.

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 Frankfurt am Main and Dresden is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Dresden.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Dresden, 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.

By choosing the train between Frankfurt am Main and Dresden, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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!

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 travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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