How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dresden start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $100. 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 Düsseldorf to Dresden?

The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Dresden is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 301 miles (485 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Dresden route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Dresden at 6:04am. And the latest train departs at 9:27pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Dresden?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Düsseldorf 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.

Train Düsseldorf to Dresden from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:38pm	Hbf	7h 1m	11:39pm	Dresden Central Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:32am	Duesseldorf Central	6h 7m	2:39pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
	4:38pm	Hbf	6h 52m	11:30pm	Dresden Neustadt Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:04am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 36m	12:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	7:24am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	7h 42m	3:06pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	9h 2m	1:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	12:22pm	Duesseldorf Central	6h 15m	6:37pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
	4:38pm	Hbf	6h 30m	11:08pm	Dresden Central Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:38pm	Hbf	8h 47m	1:25am	Neustadt	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:59am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 40m	2:39pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:38am	Hbf	11h 27m	8:05pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:22am	Duesseldorf Central	6h 12m	2:34pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:59am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 35m	2:34pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	12:45pm	Duesseldorf Central	6h 34m	7:19pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:59am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	6h 35m	2:34pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:59 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Dresden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

302 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $121	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $285	Average Duration7h 6m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $65	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Düsseldorf and Dresden?

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,578 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Dresden start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $100. 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 Düsseldorf to Dresden?
The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Dresden is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 301 miles (485 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Dresden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Dresden?
The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Dresden at 6:04am. And the latest train departs at 9:27pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Düsseldorf 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.

Best price found

12/10

No data

12/11

$56

Today

$56

12/13

$79

12/14

$78

12/15

$43

12/16

$60

12/17

$53

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Dresden was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $280 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.