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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Dresden Central Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Dresden Neustadt Station | Fastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Dresden Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Dresden Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Hannover Hauptbahnhof | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hanover to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hanover and Dresden?
Hanover
- ANiki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade 54, 30159 Hannover, Germany
- BRundestraße 8, 30161 Hannover, Germany
- C
Hannover
Rundestraße 12, 30161 Hannover, Germany - DAlt Vinnhorst 68, 30419 Hannover, Germany
- E
Hannover-Ledeburg
Hannover-Ledeburg, 30419 Hannover, Germany - F
Hannover-Leinhausen
Hannover-Leinhausen, 30419 Hannover, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hanover to Dresden by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hanover to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Hanover to Dresden start from R 335. The average price for this train route is around R 882. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hanover to Dresden?
The average train journey time from Hanover to Dresden is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 313 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 16m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Hanover to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hanover to Dresden?
The earliest train from Hanover to Dresden departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 20:27.
Which is the best train operator from Hanover to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hanover to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hanover to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hanover 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.
The cheapest trip from Hanover to Dresden was searched and found on 20 Mar 2026 with a price of R 707To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hanover to Dresden as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 707 to R 2 970 for a train ticket from Hanover to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 707, which is on 2026-03-20.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
