Edinburgh to Dresden by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Dresden
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Travelling from Edinburgh to Dresden by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Dresden by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Dresden take around 15 hours and 57 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,242 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 30 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$607.10.
We think any time is a great time to visit Dresden, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Dresden.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Dresden?
The journey between Edinburgh and Dresden usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Dresden?
The Edinburgh to Dresden train travel takes about 15 hours and 57 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Dresden train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dresden leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the final departure at 23:15.
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