How to get from Dresden to Frankfurt
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Dresden to Frankfurt. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 155 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €28, on Wed, Sep 9.
155 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €154Checked Sep 9 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €29Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 26mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €27Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 6h 40m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€154Checked Sep 91h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€29Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 26m · directSee Train details
- Bus€27Omio catalogue, Sep 96h 40m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Dresden to Frankfurt: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Dresden Airport → Frankfurt am Mainflight
Lufthansa·1h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Dresden to Frankfurt
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€145November 2026
€196Departures from Dresden to Frankfurt
FlixBus runs 15 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:15 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 15 | 06:15 | 23:59 |
| Deutsche Bahntrain | 7 | 06:11 | 18:11 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
LufthansaDresden Airport-Frankfurt am MainSee live options and dates →
Deutsche BahnDresden-FrankfurtBook →City transitDresden-Dresden centralBook →
FlixBusDresden central-Frankfurt centralBook →On this route you travel with Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn, City transit, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Dresden to Frankfurt works
Start with a Lufthansa flight from Dresden to Frankfurt, about 1h 5m. In total it's roughly €154 over 1h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Dresden to Frankfurt: common questions
How long does it take to get from Dresden to Frankfurt?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Frankfurt from Dresden?
About 155 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Dresden to Frankfurt cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €39 to €405. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Dresden to Frankfurt?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 05m.
How long is the flight from Dresden to Frankfurt?
About 1h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Dresden and Frankfurt?
Dresden is DRS and Frankfurt is FRA, so this route is usually written DRS to FRA.
Which operators run Dresden to Frankfurt?
On this route you travel with Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn, City transit, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Frankfurt?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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