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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Vienna is to bus which costs €17 - €65 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Vienna is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Vienna?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Dresden Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Dresden to Vienna?

The distance between Dresden and Vienna is 439 km. The road distance is 432.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Vienna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs €17 - €65.

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

The bus from Dresden central station to Vienna, International Busterminal (Vib) takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Vienna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Dresden to Vienna?

The best way to get from Dresden to Vienna is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs €17 - €65. Alternatively, you can train via Prague, which costs €50 - €120 and takes 7h 59m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €400 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Dresden to Vienna bus arrive?

Dresden to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Dresden to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Vienna is 433 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Dresden to Vienna.

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

Book your Dresden to Vienna train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4573+ hotels available in Vienna.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Vienna?

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

Dresden to Vienna - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night train

There are 10 ways to get from Dresden to Vienna by bus, train, night train, rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus 060 / ...
6h 10m
€17–65
Train via Prague
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain 27 / ...
2. Take the train from Decin Hlavni Nadrazi to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Rj / ...
3. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
7h 59m
€54–118
Night train
1. Take the night train from Dresden Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 50m
€50–265
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Viennarideshare 432.8 km
6h 18m
€26
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain 27 / ...
2. Take the train from Děčín hlavní nádraží to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain Nj
9h 45m
€63–298
Drive 432.7 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Viennacar 432.7 km
4h 59m
€70–101
Fly from Dresden Airport
1. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DRS - VIE
5h 59m
€140–395
Bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane PRG - VIE
5h 8m
€79–291
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly
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
5h 16m
€76–251
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig/Halle Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LEJ - VIE
5h 12m
€116–333

Dresden to Vienna by bus

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6h 10mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 439.5 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Vienna, Austria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–65 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hbf via Decin Hlavni Nadrazi and Praha Hlavni Nadrazi in around 7h 59m.

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