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

The cheapest way to get from Europe to Dresden is to bus which costs €25 - €50 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Europe to Dresden is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Europe and Dresden?

No, there is no direct bus from Europe to Dresden station. However, there are services departing from Sontra-Ulfen Mitte and arriving at Dresden central station via Herleshausen Bahnhof, Eisenach Hbf and Erfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Europe to Dresden?

The distance between Europe and Dresden is 319 km. The road distance is 297.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Europe to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €30 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Europe to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Europe to Dresden bus from?

Europe to Dresden bus services, operated by ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, depart from Eisenach Hbf station.

Train or bus from Europe to Dresden?

The best way to get from Europe to Dresden is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €30 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €50 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Europe to Dresden bus arrive?

Europe to Dresden bus services, operated by ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Europe to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Europe to Dresden is 297 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Europe to Dresden.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1951+ hotels available in Dresden.

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

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

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 Eisenach Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof50
4h 52m
€34–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Eisenach Hbf to Erfurt HbfRb20
2. Take the bus from Erfurt central train station to Dresden central stationN1306 / ...
7h 18m
€25–49
Drive 297.2 km
1. Drive from Europe to Dresden297.2 km
2h 31m
€42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eisenach Hbf to Erfurt HbfRb20
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Dresden HbfEc
8h 18m
€56–74

Europe to Dresden by bus and train

75Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.1 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Europe and Dresden, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Eisenach Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €30–90 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sontra-Ulfen Mitte to Dresden central station via Herleshausen Bahnhof, Eisenach Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Erfurt central train station in around 7h 18m.

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