How much does a train ticket cost from Vienna to Dresden?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vienna to Dresden?

The average train journey time from Vienna to Dresden is 8h 27m, covering a distance of 230 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dresden route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Dresden?

The earliest train from Vienna to Dresden departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:13.

Which 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?

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Vienna to Dresden?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 £33 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 28 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	20:59	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	08:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	14:50	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	06:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	15:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 30m	23:43	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 29 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 49m	20:59	Dresden Hbf	Cheapest
	08:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	14:50	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	08:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	14:50	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	06:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
	08:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	14:50	Dresden Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	08:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	14:50	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	06:10	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 40m	12:50	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Fastest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 20m	06:33	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Fastest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 20m	06:33	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Fastest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 20m	06:33	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Fastest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 20m	06:33	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	CheapestFastest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 20m	06:33	Dresden Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	15:40	Dresden Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 20m	06:33	Dresden Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna 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 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 20mAverage duration

229 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £91	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£34 - £231	Average duration8h 27m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £32	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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

OBB Eurocity

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Vienna to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Dresden?
The average train journey time from Vienna to Dresden is 8h 27m, covering a distance of 230 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Dresden route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn ICE, OBB Eurocity, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Dresden?
The earliest train from Vienna to Dresden departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:13.
Which 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?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Vienna to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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

26/11

£33

27/11

£37

Today

£33

29/11

£42

30/11

£63

01/12

£111

02/12

£92

03/12

£93

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £33

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 £33 to £241 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 2025-11-29.

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.