Train from Essen to Dresden: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Dresden on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    HBF
    Dresden Central StationNo tags
    FlixTrainTrain
      HBF
      Dresden Neustadt StationNo tags
      FlixTrainTrain
        HBF
        Dresden Central StationNo tags
        FlixTrainTrain
          HBF
          Dresden Neustadt StationNo tags
          FlixTrainTrain
            HBF
            Dresden Neustadt StationNo tags

            Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            15carpool per day
            5h 30mAverage duration
            292 milesDistance
            20kgCO₂ emissions
            Average price£23 - £95Average duration7h 55m
            12kg CO₂e
            Average price£20 - £195Average duration6h 40m
            11kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average price£19 - £49Average duration5h 30m
            20kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Dresden by train

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

            1. How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Dresden?

              The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Dresden start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Dresden?

              The average train journey time from Essen to Dresden is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 292 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

            3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Dresden route?

              Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

            4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Dresden?

              The earliest train from Essen to Dresden departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 19:22.

            5. Which is the best train operator from Essen to Dresden?

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

            6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Dresden?

              According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

            7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Dresden?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

            8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen 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.

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