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

The cheapest way to get from Chemnitz to Dresden is to bus which costs €4 - €8 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chemnitz to Dresden is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Chemnitz and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chemnitz central bus station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Chemnitz and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Chemnitz to Dresden?

The distance between Chemnitz and Dresden is 73 km. The road distance is 72.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Dresden without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs €4 - €8.

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

The bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Dresden central station takes 55 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Dresden bus from?

Chemnitz to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chemnitz central bus station.

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Dresden train from?

Chemnitz to Dresden train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, depart from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Chemnitz to Dresden?

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Dresden is to bus which takes 55 min and costs €4 - €8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €30 and takes 1h.

Where does the Chemnitz to Dresden bus arrive?

Chemnitz to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Chemnitz to Dresden train arrive?

Chemnitz to Dresden train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, arrive at Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Chemnitz to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Chemnitz to Dresden is 73 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Chemnitz to Dresden.

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

Book your Chemnitz to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chemnitz to Dresden bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2015+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Chemnitz to Dresden?

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

Chemnitz to Dresden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chemnitz to Dresden by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Dresden central stationbus FlixBus N42 / ...
55 min
€4–8
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chemnitz to Dresdenrideshare 72.9 km
1h 12m
€3–7
Train
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain Re3 / ...
1h
€14–30
Drive 72.9 km
1. Drive from Chemnitz to Dresdencar 72.9 km
50 min
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chemnitz to Dresdentaxi 72.9 km
50 min
€180–220

Chemnitz to Dresden by bus

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Distance: 72.9 km
Duration: 55 min

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Dresden central station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €4–8 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn operates a train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route.

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