Karlovy Vary to Dresden by train

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Overview: trains from Karlovy Vary to Dresden

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First train 04:46 View journey
Last train 22:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 15m View journey
Distance (km) 108
Trains / day 36 View all
Cheapest journey €47.96 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 27m
Train operators 14

Travelling from Karlovy Vary to Dresden by train

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

The fastest trains from Karlovy Vary to Dresden take around 3 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 108 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Karlovy Vary is scheduled to depart at around  04:56. The last departure is usually at around 22:57 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Karlovy Vary at around 04:46, with the last train leaving at around 22:57. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 36 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €47.96.

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 Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

The Karlovy Vary to Dresden train travel takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Karlovy Vary to Dresden train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dresden leaving Karlovy Vary at around 04:56 and the last train leaving at around 22:57 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Karlovy Vary at around 04:46, with the final departure at 22:57.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

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.