The cheapest and fastest trains from Rostock to Dresden
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€63
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rostock to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Dresden will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rostock for Dresden on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rostock to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rostock to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 355 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€90 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rostock to Dresden train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Rostock | 5h01 | 11:06 AM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:21 PM Rostock | 4h06 | 4:27 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:21 PM Rostock | 4h06 | 6:27 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Rostock | 3h53 | 8:08 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:37 PM Rostock | 6h16 | 10:53 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rostock to Dresden
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Rostock to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Rostock and Dresden from €16. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Rostock to Dresden

Passengers board the train most frequently from Rostock Hbf, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dresden Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rostock to Dresden
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Layali Alsham
- Heumond
- Joho-Broiler
- Cafe Kloster
- Hotel Stadthalle
- Hotel Greifennest
- Appartement-Hotel
- Bäckerei u. Konditorei Nowak
- Little Money
- SushideLuxe
- Lucullus-Dream
- 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
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