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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €6 - €13 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Dresden is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €18 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Berlin to Dresden?

The distance between Berlin and Dresden is 179 km. The road distance is 190 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €18 - €55.

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

The train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Dresden bus from?

Berlin to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Dresden train from?

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

Train or bus from Berlin to Dresden?

The best way to get from Berlin to Dresden is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €18 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €24 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Berlin to Dresden bus arrive?

Berlin to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Berlin to Dresden train arrive?

Berlin to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Dresden is 190 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Berlin to Dresden.

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

Book your Berlin to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Dresden?

Book your Berlin to Dresden bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1996+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Berlin to Dresden?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin and Dresden. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Berlin to Dresden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Berlin to Dresden by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 17 / ...
1h 32m
€18–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Dresdenrideshare 190.4 km
2h 21m
€6–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Dresden central stationbus FlixBus 060 / ...
2h 40m
€7–24
Drive 190 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Dresdencar 190 km
1h 52m
€27–39

Berlin to Dresden by train

141Weekly Trains

1h 32mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.7 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Dresden, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt hourly. Tickets cost €18–55 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus-eu operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Dresden central station hourly, and the journey takes 2h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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