The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Munich
Cheapest price
$185
Average price
$189
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Munich will cost around $189 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $185.
To travel from Dresden to Munich you need to make at least one change.
IC 2442 · ICE 707
IC 2440 · ICE 705 · ICE 537
ICE 1558 · ICE 509
ICE 1650 · ICE 507
IC 2048 · ICE 703
ICE 1558 · ICE 509
IC 2440 · ICE 1005
IC 2048 · ICE 703
ICE 1556 · ICE 1601
IC 2442 · ICE 707Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dresden to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 359 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$142 Average Price | $47 Average Price Cheapest | $219 Average Price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Munich train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2048 · ICE 703 | On time 8:09 am Dresden Hbf | 4h53 | 1:02 pm Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 507 | On time 9:10 am Dresden Hbf | 4h54 | 2:04 pm Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2440 · ICE 705 · ICE 537 | On time 10:09 am Dresden Hbf | 5h32 | 3:41 pm Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2440 · ICE 1005 | On time 10:09 am Dresden Hbf | 4h52 | 3:01 pm Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1558 · ICE 509 | On time 11:10 am Dresden Hbf | 4h51 | 4:01 pm Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2442 · ICE 707 | On time 12:09 pm Dresden Hbf | 4h54 | 5:03 pm Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1556 · ICE 1601 | On time 1:10 pm Dresden Hbf | 4h53 | 6:03 pm Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden to Munich
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alex, Bahn DE, Transdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn from Dresden to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alex, Bahn DE, Transdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn trains will get you between Dresden and Munich from $33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Alex
Bahn DE
Transdev GmbH
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
FAQs: Dresden to Munich train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Munich
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
- Estancia Steakhouse Klotzsche
- Thien-Cung-Bistro
- Pizza Iboli
- Kurhaus Klotzsche
- Hotel Kaden
- Novum Hotel Dresden Airport
- Kurhaus Klotzsche
- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
- Cotta Kebap Haus
- Bistro - Residenz-Treff
- Cafe 24
- Das Bistro
- Hotel Quintessenz-Forum
- Hotel - Residenz Alt Dresden
- Carolaschlösschen
- Kebab Haus Am Wasa
- Lukullus
- Homage
- Dormero Hotel Königshof
- Villa Seraphinum
- Gästehaus Am Weberplatz
- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Antalya
- Dix-Diner
- Bobby's Bistro & Pizzeria
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Café Continental
- Chay Viet
- Best Western Macrander Hotel
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Peaches
- Subway
- Café Arnulfpark
- Hahn
- Citadines Arnulfpark
- Ibis München City Arnulfpark
- Novotel München City Arnulfpark
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Tassilogarten
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Mitani
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- Asam-Schlössl
- L’Incontro Ristorante Pizzeria
- Santorini
- Cooking Yu Restaurant
- GS Hotel
- Life Style
- Baumkirchner
- Schneider Bräuhaus
- Kreiller's
- Restaurant Neptun
- Central Hotel-Apart
- Holiday Inn München City Ost
- Holiday Inn Express München City Ost
- Hyperion
- La Capannina
- Tre Scalini
- Antica Tropea
- Croatia Grill
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
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