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Tomorrow14 Jul
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Next departures to Dresden

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 15 July at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Dresden
    Destination location: Dresden Neustadt Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Dresden

Bus
Average priceUS$31 - US$63Average duration7h 55m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$37 - US$317Average duration6h 42m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$28 - US$69Average duration5h 40m
20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Dresden

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
5h 40mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Dresden: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$173
Average train trip duration6h 42m
Number of daily trains22
Earliest train departure06:00
Distance292 miles
Latest train departure21:13

Essen to Dresden Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Dresden

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

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Dresden is US$173. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen 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 train trip from Essen to Dresden?

    A train trip between Essen and Dresden is around 6h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 292 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Essen and Dresden?

    The number of trains from Essen to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Dresden by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Essen to Dresden?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Dresden?

    Trains travelling between Essen and Dresden leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Neustadt.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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US$90
14/07
US$164
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Dresden was searched and found on 13 Jul 2025 with a price of US$90

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

You can expect to pay from US$90 to US$301 for a train ticket from Essen to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$164, which is on 2025-07-14.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Essen to Dresden is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Dresden, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Essen to Dresden.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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

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Train from Dresden to Essen

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