Train from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Südbahnhof
    Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)Cheapest
    Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Frankfurt Hbf
    Dresden HbfFastest
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      Südbahnhof
      Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
      Frankfurt Hbf
      Dresden HbfNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Frankfurt Hbf
      Dresden HbfNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      6carpool per day
      4h 50mAverage duration
      372 kmDistance
      16kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price€24 - €77Average duration7h 20m
      10kg CO₂e
      Average price€20 - €164Average duration4h 24m
      9kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price€26 - €51Average duration4h 50m
      16kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden by train

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

      1. How much does a train ticket cost from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

        The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €65. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

        The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden is 4h 24m, covering a distance of 373 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Dresden route?

        Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

        The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 22:19.

      5. Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

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

      7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main 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.

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main 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
      28/01
      €72
      29/01
      €72
      Today
      €80
      31/01
      €49
      01/02
      €60
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      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of €49

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

      You can expect to pay from €49 to €169 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €49, which is on 2026-01-31.

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