Discover Rennes to Dresden by train

Planning a train adventure from Rennes to Dresden? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost for travel between Rennes and Dresden

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €179.26, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Rennes to Dresden train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:29.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 21:47.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:22.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 21:35.

  • 10 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 1 hour and 1 minute.

Rennes to Dresden train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 1,156 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 10 hours and 37 minutes.

Booking Rennes to Dresden trains in advance

Booking your Rennes to Dresden tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

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Maximising your travels to Dresden

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Dresden.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Rennes to Dresden by train?

The train journey between Rennes and Dresden spans 1,156 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Rennes to Dresden by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is €179.26. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Rennes to Dresden?

Tickets for travel between Rennes to Dresden are available 6 months before departure.

What’s the travel time from Rennes to Dresden by train?

The fastest journey time is 10 hours and 37 minutes.