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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €25 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 3h 51m and costs €150 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Stuttgart and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stuttgart and arriving at Dresden. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 54m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Dresden?

The distance between Stuttgart and Dresden is 674 km. The road distance is 504.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Dresden without a car is to train via Erfurt which takes 6h 30m and costs €120 - €420.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Stuttgart to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Dresden bus from?

Stuttgart to Dresden bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Stuttgart station.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Dresden train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stuttgart to Dresden?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Dresden is to train via Erfurt which takes 6h 30m and costs €120 - €420. Alternatively, you can bus via Kornwestheim, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 22m, you could also fly, which costs €160 - €440 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Dresden bus arrive?

Stuttgart to Dresden bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Dresden station.

Where does the Stuttgart to Dresden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Dresden is 504 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Stuttgart to Dresden.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2072+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Stuttgart to Dresden?

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

Stuttgart to Dresden - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Stuttgart 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 via Erfurt
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 11
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
6h 30m
€122–414
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Stuttgart to Dresdenrideshare 504.6 km
6h 6m
€25
Bus via Kornwestheim
1. Take the bus from Kornwestheim to Dresden central stationbus 321 / ...
8h 22m
€37–68
Drive 504.3 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Dresdencar 504.3 km
4h 29m
€73–105
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Dresden Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane STR - DRS
6h 11m
€167–440
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stuttgart to Dresdenbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 30m
Train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 55
10h 54m
€190–650
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3h 51m
€153–402
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane STR - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
5h 10m
€114–325
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
5h 24m
€157–478

Stuttgart to Dresden by train

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6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 674.4 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kornwestheim to Dresden central station twice daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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