Vienne to Dresden by train

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Overview: trains from Vienne to Dresden

Find the key information for travelling by train from Vienne to Dresden, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:21 View journey
Last train 22:29 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 11hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 898
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey US$270.50 View journey
Avg journey time 17hr 37m
Train operators 8

Taking the train from Vienne to Dresden

Ready to book a trip from Vienne to Dresden by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Vienne and Dresden

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$270.50, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Vienne to Dresden train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Vienne to Dresden is at 06:21 and the last is at 22:22. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:20 and the last one is at 22:29. You can expect 10 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 13 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Vienne to Dresden?

This journey covers a total of 898 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 11 hours and 8 minutes.

Booking Vienne to Dresden trains in advance

Booking your Vienne to Dresden tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Further insights on trains from Vienne to Dresden

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Dresden city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Vienne to Dresden

Want to know more about your journey from Vienne to Dresden? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Vienne to Dresden is 898 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.