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Taking the train from Dresden to Vienna Hbf in 6 hours 39 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dresden to Vienna Hbf? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 16 minutes to travel the 370 km from Dresden to Vienna Hbf by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel on this route with either DB or ÖBB trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Dresden to Vienna Hbf start from $34.72 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Vienna Hbf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Dresden to Vienna Hbf by train
It takes an average of 8h 16m to travel from Dresden to Vienna Hbf by train, over a distance of around 230 miles (370 km). There are normally 15 trains per day traveling from Dresden to Vienna Hbf and tickets for this journey start from $34.72 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:59 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:08 pm | |
| Departure station | Dresden | |
| Arrival station | Vienna Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 6h 39m | |
| Distance | 230 miles (370 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $34.72 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Dresden to Vienna Hbf
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Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB trains from Dresden to Vienna Hbf
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The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
Cheap train tickets from Dresden to Vienna Hbf
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Dresden to Vienna Hbf by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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