Trains tickets from Salzburg to Dresden

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Salzburg to Dresden

Bus
Average priceUS$38 - US$76Average duration9h 35m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$45 - US$230Average duration7h 35m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$47 - US$47Average duration5h 50m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salzburg to Dresden

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
9h 35mAverage duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Dresden: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$142
Average train trip duration7h 35m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure06:12
Distance225 miles
Latest train departure14:00

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Dresden

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

    The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Dresden is US$142. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Dresden?

    A train trip between Salzburg and Dresden is around 7h 35m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 227 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Salzburg to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Dresden?

    Trains travelling between Salzburg and Dresden leave from P+R Süd or Hbf and arrive at Neustadt.

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 Salzburg 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.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Dresden, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

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

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

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, 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 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Dresden to Salzburg

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