The average train between Dresden and Aachen takes 9h 21m and the fastest train takes 8h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden to Aachen. 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 every 4 hours between Dresden and Aachen. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Dresden is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Aachen at 10:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 9h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dresden to Aachen? 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 Aachen. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Aachen station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.
Dresden to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.
Book your Dresden to Aachen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dresden and Aachen is 537.3 km. The road distance is 739 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Aachen, Hbf via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 7h 28m.