Train from Vienna to Dresden: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on January 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Hbf., Bayerische StrasseCheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Dresden HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Dresden HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Dresden HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Dresden HbfNo tags

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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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
229 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$20 - $95Average Duration7h 40m
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$49 - $265Average Duration8h 32m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$36 - $46Average Duration5h 30m
15kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Dresden?

    The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Vienna to Dresden?

    The average train ride duration from Vienna to Dresden is 8h 32m, covering a distance of 230 miles (371 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by OBB Eurocity.

  3. Which train operators service the Vienna to Dresden route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, OBB Eurocity, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet.

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

    The earliest train departs from Vienna to Dresden at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 1:13pm.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

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