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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €19 - €30 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €140 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ulm and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Ulm to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Ulm to Dresden?

The distance between Ulm and Dresden is 762 km. The road distance is 466.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs €80 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Ulm to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ulm to Dresden train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Dresden?

The best way to get from Ulm to Dresden is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs €80 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Ulm to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ulm to Dresden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Dresden is 466 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Ulm to Dresden.

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

Book your Ulm to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 522+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Dresden?

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

Ulm to Dresden - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ulm to Dresden by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 11
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
6h 34m
€84–182
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Dresdenrideshare 466.2 km
5h 5m
€19–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Dresden central stationbus N1222
9h 45m
€35–85
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
4h 34m
€146–340
Train via Erfurt
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Donauwoerthtrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Donauwörth to Erfurt Hbftrain 18 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 50 / ...
7h 7m
Drive 466.1 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Dresdencar 466.1 km
4h 36m
€66–95
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
4h 48m
€167–419
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane STR - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 11m
€103–332
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 3m
€135–330

Ulm to Dresden by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

€84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 762.5 km
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Dresden central station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €35–85 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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