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Prices verified: Aug 2026 Source: České Dráhy (ČD) EuroCity

Prague to Dresden: Travel Options & Verdict

Distance: 150 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.

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ČD EuroCity trains take 2 hours 15 minutes along the Vltava and Elbe rivers. Book in Czech koruna on cd.cz for tickets from 350 CZK (~€14.00).
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    Prague Start
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    Dresden 150 km route

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Transport options from Prague to Dresden
Transport Mode Operator Duration Typical Price Stations / Airports Key Booking Tip
train Direct České Dráhy (ČD) EuroCity 2h 15m €14.00 - €24.00
Dep: Praha hl.n.
Arr: Dresden Hbf
Sit on the right side leaving Prague for views of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland. Fare source
Prices reflect advance bookings and typical peak variances.
Prices verified: Aug 2026 Source: České Dráhy (ČD) EuroCity
Traveling in the opposite direction? Dresden → Prague options are mirror schedules.