The average train between Dresden and Žatec takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden to Žatec. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Dresden and Žatec. The earliest departure is at 8:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dresden is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Žatec at 5:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dresden to Žatec? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Žatec. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Žatec station via Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Dresden to Žatec train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Dresden Hbf station.
Dresden to Žatec train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Zatec station.
The distance between Dresden and Žatec is 81.6 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hbf to Zatec via Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi and Most in around 3h 9m.