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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Dresden
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Dresden will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 23 trains that leave Hamburg for Dresden on Thu, Jul 09, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 4 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain5:39 PM5h27Hamburg Hbf11:06 PMDresden Hbf€281One-way1 transfer- FlixTrain · FlixTrain5:39 PM5h21Hamburg Hbf11:00 PMDresden-Neustadt station€281One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus5:39 PM6h26Hamburg Hbf12:05 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit€281One-way1 transfer - FlixTrain+FlixBus7:39 PM6h56Hamburg Hbf2:35 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit€281One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus7:39 PM5h56Hamburg Hbf1:35 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€281One-way1 transfer
RJ 1759:34 AM3h33Hamburg Hbf1:07 PMDresden Hbf€1161One-way0 transfers- RJ 3875:34 AM3h33Hamburg Hbf9:07 AMDresden Hbf€961One-way0 transfers
- RJ 38311:33 AM3h34Hamburg Hbf3:07 PMDresden Hbf€1301One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1737:33 AM3h34Hamburg Hbf11:07 AMDresden Hbf€1161One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1205 · 18516 · IC 217911:51 AM4h37Hamburg Hbf4:28 PMDresden Hbf€1291One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €218.
Distance: 378 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€41 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €389 Average price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg 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
Hamburg to Dresden train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Dresden trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 387 | Delayed 3:34 AM 5:34 AMHamburg Hbf | 3h33 | 7:07 AM 7:07 AMDresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 383 | Delayed 11:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h34 | 1:21 PM 1:21 PMDresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1205 · 18516 · IC 2179 | On time 11:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 177 | On time 1:32 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h35 | 5:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h01 | 7:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h46 | 7:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 385 | Delayed 3:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h34 | 5:21 PM 5:21 PMDresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 803 · 18524 · IC 2273 · 16531 | On time 3:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h43 | 8:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 179 | On time 5:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h34 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 5:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h26 | 12:05 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2075 · 3517 · IC 2275 | On time 5:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 10:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 607 · ICE 1567 | On time 6:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h05 | 12:39 AM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 479 | On time 10:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h17 | 3:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
| ICE 703 · 18504 · IC 2173 | On time 5:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 10:28 AM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 173 | On time 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h34 | 11:07 AM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h01 | 1:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h46 | 1:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 91 · IC 2445 | On time 7:48 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h03 | 12:51 PM Dresden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 91 · 18508 · IC 2175 | On time 7:48 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h40 | 12:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 175 | On time 9:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h33 | 1:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h01 | 3:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h46 | 3:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 707 · 18512 · IC 2177 | On time 9:51 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 2:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Dresden
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Trains from Hamburg to Dresden run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Snälltåget, Danish Railways (DSB) from Hamburg to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Snälltåget, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Hamburg and Dresden from €18. 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.
FlixTrain
Snälltåget
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Dresden
Most Hamburg to Dresden trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Dresden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Dresden leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Bergedorf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Bergedorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
Which Dresden station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Dresden Hauptbahnhof from Dresden city centre
Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Dresden Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, asiagourmet, dean&david, Hot Dog King, Starbucks, Subway, BABA Döner, Marché, backWERK, Ditsch, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kipping, Pullman Dresden Newa, IntercityHotel Dresden.
Getting to Dresden-Neustadt from Dresden city centre
Dresden-Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Neustadt train station facilities and services
Dresden-Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: ElbUferei, Raskolnikoff, Byblos, Kantine No. 2
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden, Rothenburger Hof, Mezcalero, Villa Romantika.
Getting to Dresden Mitte from Dresden city centre
Dresden Mitte is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Mitte train station facilities and services
Dresden Mitte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Italienisches Dörfchen, BrennNessel, Kahnaletto, Cafe Friedrichstadt
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Mitte. ATMs are available at Dresden Mitte.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Mitte. Information desks are available at Dresden Mitte.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dresden Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Mitte.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Elbflorenz, Penck Hotel, Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt, Artis.
Most popular train connections from Hamburg
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