Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Karlsruhe Hbf | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Karlsruhe Hbf | Dresden Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Karlsruhe Hbf | Neustadt | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Karlsruhe Hbf | Dresden Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Karlsruhe Hbf | Dresden Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 557, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Dresden?
Karlsruhe
- ABahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Dresden?
The cheapest train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dresden start from R 1 163. The average price for this train route is around R 2 732. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Karlsruhe to Dresden?
The average train journey time from Karlsruhe to Dresden is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 444 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Karlsruhe to Dresden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Karlsruhe to Dresden?
The earliest train from Karlsruhe to Dresden departs at 06:51. And the latest train departs at 23:07.
Which is the best train operator from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe 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.
The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 068To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Karlsruhe to Dresden as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 068 to R 4 695 for a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 068, which is on 2025-12-20.
