The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Warsaw
Cheapest price
€125
Average price
€137
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Warsaw will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €125.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Warsaw without transferring at least once.
TLX 5793+
KD 69162+
EIC 6102
TLX 26905+
R 5823+
KD 69515+
TLK 38110
ICE 2538 · EC 49
IC 2048 · IC 2270 · RE 73731 · EC 47
IC 2178 · RE 73735 · EC 49
IC 2178 · RE 73735 · EC 49
TLX 5793+
KD 69162+
EIC 6102
IC 2048 · IC 2270 · RE 73731 · EC 47
ICE 2538 · EC 49
TLX 26905+
R 5823+
KD 69515+
TLK 38110Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Warsaw
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €241.
Distance: 519 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€96 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €426 Average price |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 41m Average total duration Fastest 8h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Warsaw train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TLX 5793+ KD 69162+ EIC 6102 | On time 7:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h49 | 3:12 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers | |
IC 2048 · IC 2270 · RE 73731 · EC 47 | On time 8:09 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h51 | 4:00 PM Warsaw Central | 3 transfers | |
TLX 26905+ R 5823+ KD 69515+ TLK 38110 | On time 8:23 AM Dresden Hbf | 9h07 | 5:30 PM Warsaw Central | 4 transfers | |
ICE 2538 · EC 49 | On time 8:57 AM Dresden Hbf | 9h03 | 6:00 PM Warsaw Central | 1 transfer | |
IC 2178 · RE 73735 · EC 49 | On time 10:30 AM Dresden Hbf | 7h30 | 6:00 PM Warsaw Central | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden to Warsaw
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 01:07 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Die Länderbahn from Dresden to Warsaw trainsDeutsche Bahn, Die Länderbahn trains will get you between Dresden and Warsaw from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Die Länderbahn
FAQs: Trains from Dresden to Warsaw

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dresden to Warsaw
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Al. Jerozolimskie.
- Strefa Centralna
- Restauracja Halka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Warsaw Marriott Hotel
- InterContinental Warsaw
- Novotel Warszawa Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Lines 7, 9, 22, 24, 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Kijowska 16.
- Mateusz Gessler Restaurant
- Bistro Praga
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Wiatraczna
- Hotel Praski
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 7, 13, 22, 24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Aleje Jerozolimskie.
- Restaurant Warszawski Lukier
- Bistro Trojka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel
- Campanile Varsovie
- Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: bus terminal
- Tram: Line 1, Line 7, Line 9, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 and can be accessed from Generała Zajączka Street.
- Restauracja Polska Różana
- Kawiarnia Kafka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- PLN 2
- Ibis Warszawa Stare Miasto
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Maria
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M1
- Tram: Lines 1, 4, 6, 15, 18, 28, 35
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Żwirki i Wigury Street.
- Restaurant Sami Swoi
- Misa
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
- Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Warsaw Airport
- Cost PLN 20
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Lounge Area: executive lounges and waiting areas
- Train: SKM S2, S3
- Bus: Several lines available
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