The average train between Mainz and Dresden takes 6h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Dresden. 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 Mainz and Dresden. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Dresden at 11:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Dresden station via Dresden Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.
Mainz to Dresden train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Dresden train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Mainz to Dresden train tickets online with vlexx and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Mainz and Dresden is 403.7 km. The road distance is 528 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Dresden Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €90–400 and the journey takes 4h 24m.