Getting from Dresden Airport (DRS) to the city center is straightforward: take the S-Bahn S2 directly to Dresden Hauptbahnhof. From there, explore the Dresden-Berlin route or Elbe Valley. Here's everything you need to know.
Step-by-Step Journey
Find the S-Bahn Station
The S-Bahn station is located directly at the airport terminal. Follow signs to "S-Bahn" or "Regionalbahnhof". It's well signposted and easy to find.
Buy Your Ticket
Buy a ticket at the machine or use the DB Navigator app. A single ticket costs around €2.40 and is valid for the entire journey to Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
💡 Tip: If you'll be using public transport all day, consider a day ticket.
Validate Your Ticket
Important: If you bought a paper ticket, you must validate it in the red/yellow Entwerter machine before boarding. Digital tickets from apps usually don't need validation.
⚠️ Don't forget! Unvalidated tickets can result in a €60 fine.
Take the S-Bahn S2
Take the S-Bahn S2 in the direction of "Dresden Hauptbahnhof" or "Pirna". The journey takes about 20-25 minutes. Trains run every 30 minutes.
🚉 Destination: Get off at "Dresden Hauptbahnhof" (main station).
Ticket Options
- • Single Ticket: €2.40 (valid for one journey)
- • Day Ticket: ~€6-€8 (valid all day on public transport)
- • Group Ticket: Sachsen-Ticket (~€27 for 1 person, ~€42 for up to 5 people)
Pro Tips
- • Validate your ticket - Don't forget to stamp paper tickets before boarding
- • Check train direction - Make sure the S2 is going towards Dresden Hauptbahnhof
- • Use the DB Navigator app - For real-time updates and easy ticket purchase
Book Your Journey Easily
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