Berlin to Dresden by train
Dresden lies 165 km (103 mi) south of Berlin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 16 min at the speeds typical of Germany rail, over roughly 202 km (125 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Berlin | Dresden | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 3.4 million | 564,904 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 116 m (381 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Berlin Central Station, Berlin Anhalter Bahnhof, Berlin Brandenburger Tor station | Dresden Central Station, Dresden-Neustadt railway station, Dresden Mitte railway station |
| Postal codes | 10115–14199 | 01067–01465 |
Where to book trains from Berlin to Dresden
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Staying in Dresden
Our booking partner lists 937 places to stay in Dresden. Of the 699 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (470), and 9 are five-star. Across 218 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 477,922 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Dresden from Berlin?
165 km (103 mi) in a straight line, south of Berlin; by road roughly 202 km (125 mi).
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Dresden by train?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Berlin and Dresden?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dresden?
Our booking partner lists 937 places to stay in Dresden, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.