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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Dresden is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs €120 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Dresden. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Nürnberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Munich to Dresden?

The distance between Munich and Dresden is 390 km. The road distance is 459.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Dresden without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 5h 41m and costs €55 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Munich to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Dresden train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Munich to Dresden?

The best way to get from Munich to Dresden is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs €120 - €260. Alternatively, you can train via Nuremberg, which costs €55 - €190 and takes 5h 41m, you could also bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Munich to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Munich to Dresden train arrive?

Munich to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Munich to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Dresden is 460 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Munich to Dresden.

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

Book your Munich to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Munich 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 Munich to Dresden?

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

Munich to Dresden - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Munich to Dresden by plane, train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
3h 12m
€127–253
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Dresdenrideshare 459.6 km
4h 52m
€18–30
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
5h 41m
€55–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Dresden central stationbus FlixBus N1304 / ...
6h 30m
€24–45
Drive 459.7 km
1. Drive from Munich to Dresdencar 459.7 km
3h 58m
€64–93
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain Re3
6h 59m

Munich to Dresden by train

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 390 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Lufthansa flies from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from München Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Nürnberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf in around 5h 41m.

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