What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main is to rideshare which costs €20 - €22 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €130 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Frankfurt central train station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Dresden-Neustadt and arriving at Frankfurt(Main)Sued. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main is 413 km. The road distance is 457.1 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main without a car is to train via Leipzig which takes 5h 4m and costs €85 - €390.

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Frankfurt am Main bus from?

Dresden to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dresden central station.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Frankfurt am Main train from?

Dresden to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

The best way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €130 - €300. Alternatively, you can train via Leipzig, which costs €85 - €390 and takes 5h 4m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Dresden to Frankfurt am Main bus arrive?

Dresden to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Dresden to Frankfurt am Main train arrive?

Dresden to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Frankfurt am Main is 457 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main.

How do I get a train ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Dresden to Frankfurt am Main bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt am Main?

There are 1572+ hotels available in Frankfurt am Main.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dresden and Frankfurt am Main. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 10 ways to get from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

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Fly from Dresden Airport
best
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DRS - FRA
2h 50m
€137–292
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Frankfurtrideshare 455 km
5h 29m
€20–22
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurttrain 11 / ...
5h 4m
€87–383
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Frankfurt central train stationbus N1305 / ...
6h 10m
€30–70
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Dresden-Neustadt to Frankfurt(Main)Suednighttrain En
6h 26m
€100–180
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
4h 6m
€108–304
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
4h 12m
€124–279
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Frankfurttrain 55 / ...
5h 10m
€100–440
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Hanau Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf
6h 2m
Drive 457.1 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Frankfurt am Maincar 457.1 km
3h 52m
€65–94

Dresden to Frankfurt am Main by train

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Distance: 413.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Frankfurt am Main, Germany?

Lufthansa flies from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt via Leipzig Hbf in around 5h 4m.

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