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Dresden to Munich train

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Information about the Dresden to Munich train

Travel by train from Dresden to Munich. 16 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Dresden at 5h 00m and the last at 23h 12m, allowing you to cover the 461.38 km distance in as little as 5h 06m.

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How much does a train ticket from Dresden to Munich cost?

Book your train ticket in advance to travel for less. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

How long does a journey on a train from Dresden to Munich take?

The Dresden to Munich journey takes no more than 5h 38m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Dresden to Munich?

The minimum time to travel by train between Dresden and Munich is 5h 06m.

How many trains run from Dresden to Munich each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 16 trains that run on the Dresden to Munich route daily.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Dresden and Munich?

You can reach Munich from Dresden via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Dresden and Munich by train?

The total distance between Dresden and Munich by train is approximately 461.38 km.

What time is the first train from Dresden to Munich?

If you’re an early riser, you can catch the Dresden to Munich train at 5h 00m.

What time is the last train from Dresden to Munich?

At the latest, you can depart at 23h 12m on the last train.

To leave Dresden, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: DRESDEN HBF.

At Munich, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: MUNCHEN HBF.

Which train companies operate trains from Dresden to Munich?

The Dresden – Munich route is served by: Deutsche Bahn (DB).

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Munich?

The price of a Dresden – Munich train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Dresden to Munich thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Munich.

Price of a Dresden – Munich Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Munich, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Dresden to Munich with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Dresden to Munich at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Dresden – Munich

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Dresden to Munich throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Dresden – Munich Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Dresden to Munich ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Dresden to Munich and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Dresden - Munich. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Dresden to Munich?

If you're travelling from Dresden to Munich, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Dresden to Munich on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Dresden to Munich train?

To travel from Dresden to Munich, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Dresden to Munich by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Dresden - Munich guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.

What on-board services are available on the Dresden to Munich train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Dresden to Munich route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

  • Stay connected while you travel

    Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.

  • Enjoy the peace and quiet

    To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.

  • Grab a bite or drink during your trip

    Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.

  • Recharge your electronic devices

    Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.

  • Carry your luggage with ease

    Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.

  • Take your bicycle everywhere

    Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.

  • Travel with your pet

    Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.

  • Enjoy seat service in 1st class

    In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.

  • Access Deutsche Bahn lounges

    Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.

Which stations does the train from Dresden to Munich depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

München Hbf

München Hbf

Located in the heart of Munich, München Hauptbahnhof station has a well-designed layout, ideal for passengers in transit and sightseers alike. From the station, set off to discover Germany with ease or head for France on one of the many lines serving the Bavarian capital.

How do I get to Munich Central Station (München Hbf)?

Munich Central Station is large but well laid out. At the station, passengers have easy access to the underground, bus and suburban rail networks. Centrally located, München Hbf station is just 15 minutes' walk from the historic centre and its Marienplatz. It is easy to reach on underground lines U1 and U2. The bus station, served by Flixbus and BlaBlaBus, is just 15 minutes' walk away. From the airport, take S-Bahn lines S1 and S8, which run to the station in 40 minutes.

What are the main destinations from Munich Central Station (München Hbf)?

To travel to Stuttgart or France (Strasbourg or Paris), you can take a direct DB SNCF Voyageurs train operated in cooperation. The ÖBB Nightjet night train also links Munich and Paris. Many regional and national trains also run from Munich. Munich is also a gateway to Europe, with connections to Austria and the Czech Republic.

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Dresden to Munich train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 00m 10h 42m 5h 42m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2044
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 701
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Bamberg
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Pasing
  • Munchen Hbf
6h 11m 11h 20m 5h 09m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1654
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1003
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
7h 00m 12h 42m 5h 42m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2046
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 703
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Bamberg
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Pasing
  • Munchen Hbf
8h 11m 13h 20m 5h 09m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1652
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1005
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
10h 11m 15h 20m 5h 09m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1650
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1007
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
11h 00m 16h 42m 5h 42m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2440
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 707
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Bamberg
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Pasing
  • Munchen Hbf
12h 11m 17h 17m 5h 06m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1558
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1009
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
13h 12m 19h 18m 6h 06m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 16518
  • Dresden Mitte
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Radebeul Ost
  • Coswig(B Dresden)
  • Weinboehla Hp
  • Niederau
  • Priestewitz
  • Nuenchritz
  • Glaubitz(Riesa)
  • Riesa
  • Oschatz
  • Dahlen(Sachs)
  • Kuehren
  • Wurzen
  • Borsdorf(Sachs)
  • Leipzig-Engelsdorf
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Leipzig Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1205
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Coburg
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
14h 11m 19h 18m 5h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1556
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1101
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Nurnberg Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1205
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
14h 11m 19h 19m 5h 08m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1556
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1101
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
15h 00m 20h 42m 5h 42m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2444
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 801
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Bamberg
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Pasing
  • Munchen Hbf
16h 11m 21h 18m 5h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1554
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1103
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
17h 00m 22h 43m 5h 43m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2446
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 803
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Bamberg
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Pasing
  • Munchen Hbf
18h 11m 23h 18m 5h 07m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1552
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Erfurt Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1105
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
19h 00m 1h 20m 6h 20m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 2448
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Riesa
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Leipzig/Halle Flughafen
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
  • Connection: 1h00
  • Halle (Saale) Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1107
  • Erfurt Hbf
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Ingolstadt Hbf
  • Munchen Hbf
23h 12m 7h 15m 8h 03m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Dresden Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 16538
  • Dresden Mitte
  • Dresden - Neustadt
  • Radebeul Ost
  • Coswig(B Dresden)
  • Weinboehla Hp
  • Niederau
  • Priestewitz
  • Nuenchritz
  • Glaubitz(Riesa)
  • Riesa
  • Oschatz
  • Dahlen(Sachs)
  • Kuehren
  • Wurzen
  • Borsdorf(Sachs)
  • Leipzig-Engelsdorf
  • Leipzig Hbf
  • Connection: 20 min
  • Leipzig Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 905
  • Naumburg (Saale) Hbf
  • Jena Paradies
  • Jena-Goeschwitz
  • Saalfeld (Saale)
  • Lichtenfels
  • Bamberg
  • Erlangen
  • Nurnberg Hbf
  • Treuchtlingen
  • Donauworth
  • Augsburg Hbf
  • Munchen Pasing
  • Munchen Hbf