The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Dresden
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Dresden will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $127.
To travel from Nuremberg to Dresden you need to make at least one change.
ICE 800 · IC 2443
ICE 602 · ICE 1555
ICE 508 · ICE 1559
ICE 802 · IC 2445
ICE 1612 · ICE 1557
ICE 800 · IC 2443
ICE 1612 · ICE 1557
ICE 602 · ICE 1555
ICE 508 · ICE 1559
ICE 802 · IC 2445Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Nuremberg to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $210.
Distance: 260 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$92 Average Price | $34 Average Price Cheapest | $478 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Dresden train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 602 · ICE 1555 | On time 7:05 am Nuremberg Hbf | 3h35 | 10:40 am Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 802 · IC 2445 | On time 8:05 am Nuremberg Hbf | 3h35 | 11:40 am Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1612 · ICE 1557 | On time 9:06 am Nuremberg Hbf | 3h34 | 12:40 pm Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 800 · IC 2443 | On time 10:06 am Nuremberg Hbf | 3h33 | 1:39 pm Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 508 · ICE 1559 | On time 11:05 am Nuremberg Hbf | 3h35 | 2:40 pm Dresden Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Dresden
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:20 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity from Nuremberg to Dresden trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Nuremberg and Dresden from $24. 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.
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Nuremberg to Dresden train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Dresden
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Dreißig
- Domino's
- Ciao
- Athos
- Carolaschlösschen
- Kebab Haus Am Wasa
- Lukullus
- Homage
- Dormero Hotel Königshof
- Villa Seraphinum
- Gästehaus Am Weberplatz
- BrennNessel
- VG Bistro
- Antalya
- Dix-Diner
- Achat Hotel Dresden
- Elbflorenz
- Artis
- Motel One Dresden am Zwinger
- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
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