The cheapest and fastest trains from Graz to Dresden
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€164
Fastest journey
10 h 24 m
Average duration
10 h 37 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
460 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Graz to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Dresden will cost around €164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
It's difficult to get from Graz to Dresden without transferring at least once.
S 3 · RJ 256 · EC 458
S 5 · RJ 74 · EC 170
EC 164 · EC 112+
ICE 1002+
IC 2047
S 3 · IR 502 · ICE 26 · ICE 504
RJ 256+
RB U28+
S 1
RJ 74+
EC 170
IC 358+
EC 104 · EC 276+
R 676
S 5 · RJ 74 · EC 170
IR 502+
ICE 26 · ICE 504 · ICE 1653
S 3 · IR 502 · ICE 26 · ICE 504Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Graz to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Graz to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €198.
Distance: 460 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€64 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €558 Average price |
10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Graz to Dresden train times
The table below shows live departures for Graz to Dresden trains for today, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 PM Graz | 15h14 | 11:39 AM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 13 | |||||
S 5 · RJ 74 · EC 170 | On time 7:17 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h33 | 5:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 74+ EC 170 | On time 7:26 AM Graz Hbf | 10h24 | 5:50 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 3 · IR 502 · ICE 26 · ICE 504 | On time 7:50 AM Graz Don Bosco | 10h50 | 6:40 PM Dresden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 502+ ICE 26 · ICE 504 · ICE 1653 | On time 7:56 AM Graz Hbf | 10h44 | 6:40 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 164 · EC 112+ ICE 1002+ IC 2047 | 8:45 AM Graz Hbf | 10h55 | 7:40 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S 3 · RJ 256 · EC 458 | On time 8:50 AM Graz Don Bosco | 11h09 | 7:59 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 256+ RB U28+ S 1 | 9:26 AM Graz Hbf | 11h32 | 8:58 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 358+ EC 104 · EC 276+ R 676 | 10:26 AM Graz Hbf | 10h32 | 8:58 PM Dresden Hbf | 5 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Graz to Dresden
Trains from Graz to Dresden run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 460 km distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 460 km |
Average train duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 02:40 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB from Graz to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB trains will get you between Graz and Dresden from €29. 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.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
FAQs: Trains from Graz to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Graz to Dresden by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Graz, you have various train station options to start your route from including Graz Hbf, Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof and Graz Don Bosco. When arriving in Dresden, you can end your trip in train stations like Dresden Hbf, Dresden-Neustadt station and Dresden Flughafen.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Graz Hbf, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dresden Hbf, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Graz to Dresden
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Eggenberger Straße.
- Restaurant Don Camillo
- Der Steirer
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf
- Hotel Daniel Graz
- Ibis Graz
- Located in the main hall
- 275 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-10 for long-distance and international trains
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 6, 7
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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