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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Dresden is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Dresden. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Germany to Dresden?

The distance between Germany and Dresden is 186 km. The road distance is 190 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs €20 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Germany to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Dresden bus from?

Germany to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Dresden train from?

Germany to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf station.

Train, bus or fly from Germany to Dresden?

The best way to get from Germany to Dresden is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs €20 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €24 and takes 2h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €350 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Germany to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Germany to Dresden train arrive?

Germany to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Senftenberg, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Germany to Dresden?

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

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

Book your Germany to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Germany to Dresden?

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

Germany to Dresden - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Germany to Dresden by train, bus, car, plane, 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 Hauptbahnhoftrain 27 / ...
2h 24m
€21–83
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Dresdenrideshare 190.4 km
2h 21m
€6–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Dresden central stationbus 070 / ...
2h 55m
€13–24
Drive 190 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Dresdencar 190 km
1h 52m
€27–39
Fly from Frankfurt
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
2h 57m
€128–341
Train via Senftenberg
1. Take the train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Senftenberg, Bahnhoftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Senftenberg, Bahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain Re18
3h 57m
€59–87
Fly from Munich International Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
3h 12m
€134–270

Germany to Dresden by train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.7 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Germany and Dresden, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Dresden central station every 3 hours. Tickets cost €13–24 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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