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

The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Essen start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dresden to Essen?

The average train journey time from Dresden to Essen is 6h 6m, covering a distance of 470 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by FlixTrain .

Which train operators serve the Dresden to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Essen?

The earliest train from Dresden to Essen departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 19:22.

Which is the best train operator from Dresden to Essen?

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 Dresden to Essen?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dresden to Essen?

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 Dresden to Essen?

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 Dresden to Essen from €20 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Dresden to Essen on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:24	Dresden Neustadt Station	6h 24m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Train	06:23	Dresden Central Station	6h 25m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Train	06:30	Dresden Neustadt Station	6h 18m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Train	06:23	Dresden Central Station	6h 29m	12:52	HBF	No tags
Train	06:30	Dresden Neustadt Station	6h 22m	12:52	HBF	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dresden to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

471 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€29 - €39	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€20 - €153	Average duration6h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€30 - €51	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512,150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Dresden to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Essen start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dresden to Essen?
The average train journey time from Dresden to Essen is 6h 6m, covering a distance of 470 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Essen?
The earliest train from Dresden to Essen departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 19:22.
Which is the best train operator from Dresden to Essen?
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 Dresden to Essen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dresden to Essen?
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 Dresden to Essen?
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.