The average train between Dresden and Esslingen takes 7h 56m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden to Esslingen. 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 3 hours between Dresden and Esslingen. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Dresden is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Esslingen at 9:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 7h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 5m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dresden to Esslingen? 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 Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Esslingen station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.
Dresden to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bad Cannstatt station.
Book your Dresden to Esslingen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dresden and Esslingen is 408.4 km. The road distance is 620 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Esslingen via Leipzig Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Bad Cannstatt in around 6h 56m.