How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Dresden?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from $44. The average price for this train route is around $88. 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 Vienna to Dresden?

The average train ride duration from Vienna to Dresden is 6h 49m, covering a distance of 230 miles (371 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators service the Vienna to Dresden route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , OBB Eurocity , Deutsche Bahn ICE , RegioJet .

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

The earliest train departs from Vienna to Dresden at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 7:13pm.

What is the best train operator from Vienna to Dresden?

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 Vienna to Dresden?

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 Vienna to Dresden?

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 Vienna to Dresden?

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 Vienna to Dresden from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:10pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	8:59pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:10pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	11h 40m	8:50am	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	6:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	2:25pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	8:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	2:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	6:10am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	6:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 16m	6:55pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 49m	8:25am	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	5:50am	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	6:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 16m	6:55pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 16m	6:55pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
	6:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 16m	6:55pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
	6:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	6:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	6h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 16m	6:55pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	5:10am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 40m	12:50pm	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:42 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna 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 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

229 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $120	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$44 - $297	Average Duration6h 49m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $46	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

OBB Eurocity

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

RegioJet

4/51,060 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from $44. The average price for this train route is around $88. 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 Vienna to Dresden?
The average train ride duration from Vienna to Dresden is 6h 49m, covering a distance of 230 miles (371 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Vienna to Dresden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, OBB Eurocity, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vienna to Dresden?
The earliest train departs from Vienna to Dresden at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 7:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Vienna to Dresden?
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 Vienna to Dresden?
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 Vienna to Dresden?
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 Vienna to Dresden?
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

12/09

$168

12/10

$42

Today

$114

12/12

$43

12/13

$53

12/14

$47

12/15

$43

12/16

$42

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $596 for a train ticket from Vienna to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-16.

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.