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Leave at 08:30 and travel via Frankfurt: 9h15 with 1 change, which is usually easy to make.
Watch the connection in Berlin
Arriving on the ICE 145, you have 38 minutes. That connection was made on 74% of trips (measured July 2026, August 2026, September 2026). If in doubt, pick a later connection or a flexible ticket.
How punctual is this route?
This train is often late. Plan generous connections and choose a flexible ticket.
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Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 9h19 | ± 4h02 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 26 kg | ± 85 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (8h54) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 0h52 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 733 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 676 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Dresden?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Dresden takes 8h54. Most journeys have 1 change.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Dresden?
No, you change trains at least 1 time, usually in Frankfurt or Hanover.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Dresden?
None of the connections we found use a night train, so you travel during the day.
Where can I book a train ticket to Dresden?
You can compare prices at Omio. Booking early is usually cheaper, especially for ICE trains and night trains.
How punctual is the train to Dresden?
The ICE 143 arrived on time in Hannover Hbf on 46% of trips, with an average delay of 12 minutes (July 2026, August 2026, September 2026).
