How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $93. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

The average train ride duration from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 232 miles (374 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Frankfurt am Main to Dresden route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

The earliest train departs from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:55pm.

What 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 ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Dresden from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	8:20pm	Frankfurt Süd	9h 13m	5:33am	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	12:20pm	Frankfurt Süd	4h 19m	4:39pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:00pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 40m	5:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	1:18pm	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 22m	5:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	1:00pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 40m	5:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:12am	Südbahnhof	8h 53m	8:05pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	10:20am	Frankfurt Süd	4h 19m	2:39pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 40m	11:40am	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	11:02am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 38m	3:40pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	7:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 40m	11:40am	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:58pm	Südbahnhof	7h 42m	1:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	3:02pm	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 17m	7:19pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:58am	Südbahnhof	7h 12m	5:10pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	7:19am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 24m	11:43am	Dresden Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 24m	12:39pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:58pm	Südbahnhof	7h 47m	11:45pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	3:02pm	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 17m	7:19pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:58am	Südbahnhof	7h 42m	5:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:15am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 24m	10:39am	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	7:19am	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 24m	11:43am	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:39 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main 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 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

231 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $140	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $261	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $58	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Dresden?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,583 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden 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 Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $93. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?
The average train ride duration from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 232 miles (374 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Frankfurt am Main to Dresden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 35 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?
The earliest train departs from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:55pm.
What 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 ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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

12/10

$53

12/11

$108

Today

$138

12/13

$92

12/14

$97

12/15

$56

12/16

No data

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $53

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 $53 to $260 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 $56 which is on 2025-12-15.