The average train between Dresden and Amberg takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Dresden to Amberg. 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 2 hours between Dresden and Amberg. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Dresden is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Amberg at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dresden to Amberg? 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 Amberg. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Amberg station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Dresden to Amberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Amberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Amberg station.
Book your Dresden to Amberg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and LEO Express.
The distance between Dresden and Amberg is 223.1 km. The road distance is 493 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Amberg via Leipzig Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 5h 3m.