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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Neustadt | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Dresden Hbf | Fastest | |||||
 | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Dresden Central Station | No tags | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Dresden Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Nordost | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Dresden?
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Dresden by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Dresden start from PLN 87. The average price for this train route is around PLN 383. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Dresden?
The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Dresden is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 273 miles (440 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 19m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Dortmund to Dresden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Dresden?
The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Dresden at 6:28am. And the latest train departs at 10:51pm.
What is the best train operator from Dortmund to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dortmund to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Dortmund to Dresden was searched and found on Jun 25, 2026 with a price of PLN 242To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Dresden, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 242 to PLN 1,070 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 242 which is on 2026-06-25.
Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
