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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Dresden Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Dresden Hbf | Fastest | ||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Dresden Hbf | No tags | ||||
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train | Train | Stuttgart Hbf | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 552, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Dresden?
Stuttgart
- AArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Dresden by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Dresden start from R 377. The average price for this train route is around R 1 863. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Dresden?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Dresden is 5h 48m, covering a distance of 412 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Dresden?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Dresden departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 21:43.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Dresden was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 185To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stuttgart to Dresden as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 185 to R 4 099 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 185, which is on 2026-01-29.
