How much is the train ticket from Dresden to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Hamburg start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $64. 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 Dresden to Hamburg?

The average train ride duration from Dresden to Hamburg is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 234 miles (378 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

Which train operators service the Dresden to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train departs from Dresden to Hamburg at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 9:18pm.

What is the best train operator from Dresden to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Dresden to Hamburg from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on January 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	6h 34m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 19m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Neustadt	6h 34m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on January 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	6h 34m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 19m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Neustadt	6h 34m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on January 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	6h 49m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 19m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 54m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	6h 49m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	7h 27m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	5h 41m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on January 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:18pm	Dresden Hbf	9h 53m	7:11am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	7h 27m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	5h 41m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	6h 34m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:15am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 19m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	12:15pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 19m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Hamburg on February 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	7h 27m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	Cheapest
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:35pm	Dresden Hbf	4h 36m	6:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:00am	Dresden Neustadt Station	7h 20m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
	6:53am	Dresden Central Station	5h 41m	12:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:31am	Dresden Hbf	4h 40m	12:11pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:55 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

234 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $103	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $224	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $56	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

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

Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.2

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/512,153 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden to Hamburg 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 Dresden to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Hamburg start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $64. 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 Dresden to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Dresden to Hamburg is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 234 miles (378 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
Which train operators service the Dresden to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dresden to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Dresden to Hamburg at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 9:18pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dresden to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

01/24

$46

01/25

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Today

$40

01/27

No data

01/28

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01/29

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01/30

$41

01/31

$44

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $142 for a train ticket from Dresden to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-01-30.