How much does a train ticket from Vienna to Dresden cost?

The average train ticket price from Vienna to Dresden is $100. The best way to find train tickets from Vienna 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!

How long is the train trip from Vienna to Dresden?

A train trip between Vienna and Dresden is around 8h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 229 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Vienna and Dresden?

The number of trains from Vienna to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Vienna to Dresden by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Vienna to Dresden?

When taking the train from Vienna to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn ICE, OBB Eurocity.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Vienna to Dresden?

Trains traveling between Vienna and Dresden leave from Westbahnhof or Vienna Airport and arrive at Neustadt.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dresden?

Once in Dresden, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Bundeswehr Military History Museum, Albertinum, Grünes Gewölbe, Semperoper, Frauenkirche.

Train Vienna to Dresden from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	5:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Fastest
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	3:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 30m	11:43pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	5:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	5:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	5:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:25 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna 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 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

229 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $123	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$44 - $280	Average Duration8h 26m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $45	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

OBB Eurocity

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

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

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

Stops in Vienna

A - Westbahnhof

B - Vienna Airport

C - Erdberg

D - Hbf

E - Mitte

F - Belvedere

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna to Dresden by train

How much does a train ticket from Vienna to Dresden cost?
How long is the train trip from Vienna to Dresden?
How many daily trains are there between Vienna and Dresden?
Which train companies travel from Vienna to Dresden?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Vienna to Dresden?
What are the best sights and things to do in Dresden?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/17

$214

11/18

$42

Today

$54

11/20

$42

11/21

$42

11/22

$48

11/23

$67

11/24

$42

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $284 for a train ticket from Vienna to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-20.

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.