What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Semmering?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Semmering is to bus and train which costs €35 - €85 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Semmering?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Semmering is to drive which takes 5h 58m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Semmering?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Semmering. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Semmering via Decin Hlavni Nadrazi and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Dresden to Semmering?

The distance between Dresden and Semmering is 530 km. The road distance is 525.5 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Semmering without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Semmering without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 21m and costs €35 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Semmering?

It takes approximately 9h 21m to get from Dresden to Semmering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Semmering train from?

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

Where does the Dresden to Semmering train arrive?

Dresden to Semmering train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Děčín hlavní nádraží station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Semmering?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Semmering is 526 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Dresden to Semmering.

How do I get a train ticket from Dresden to Semmering?

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Where can I stay near Semmering?

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Dresden to Semmering - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Dresden to Semmering by bus, train, night train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N60 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Gloggnitztrain Cjx / ...
9h 21m
€36–81
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain 27
2. Take the train from Decin Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Semmeringtrain Rj
9h 32m
€71–158
Night train
1. Take the night train from Dresden Hbf to Muerzzuschlagnighttrain Nj
11h 28m
€43–130
Drive 525.5 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Semmeringcar 525.5 km
5h 58m
€86–125
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain 27
2. Take the train from Děčín hlavní nádraží to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain Nj
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Semmeringtrain Rj
11h 45m
€51–178
Bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Dresden to Praha Hlavní nádražíbus
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane PRG - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmeringtrain
6h 35m
Fly Dresden Airport to Graz Airport, train
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane DRS - GRZ
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Semmeringtrain
8h 14m
€227–594
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BER - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmeringtrain
7h 30m
€108–263
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LEJ - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmeringtrain
7h 28m
€147–421

Dresden to Semmering by bus and train

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9h 21mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 530.3 km
Duration: 9h 21m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Semmering, Lower Austria?

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Semmering via Decin Hlavni Nadrazi and Wien Hbf in around 9h 32m.

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