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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
 | HBF | Dresden Central Station | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Essen to Dresden: Trip Overview
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Essen to Dresden Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Dresden
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Dresden cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Dresden is US$102. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen 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 Essen to Dresden?
A train trip between Essen and Dresden is around 6h 49m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 471 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Essen and Dresden?
The number of trains from Essen to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Dresden by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Dresden?
When taking the train from Essen to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Dresden?
Trains travelling between Essen and Dresden leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Neustadt.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Dresden was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Dresden as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$279 for a train ticket from Essen to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42, which is on 2025-11-07.
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.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Essen to Dresden is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Dresden you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Dresden, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Essen to Dresden.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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