Travelling from Essen to Dresden by train

Want to know how to get from Essen to Dresden by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Essen to Dresden take around 5 hours and 47 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 470 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around  00:04. The last departure is usually at around 23:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 00:04, with the last train leaving at around 22:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 58 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €21.51.

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 Essen to Dresden?

The journey between Essen and Dresden usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Essen to Dresden every weekday 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 at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Essen to Dresden?

The Essen to Dresden train travel takes about 5 hours and 47 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Essen to Dresden train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dresden leaving Essen at around 00:04 and the last train leaving at around 23:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 00:04, with the final departure at 22:00.