The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Dresden
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
90
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Dresden will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 90 buses that leave Berlin for Dresden on Thu, Jan 01, 83 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct buses cover the 165 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.



(Berlin -> Prague)
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 165 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Dresden buses for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten) | 3h20 | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 2h30 | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h45 | 7:55 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h00 | 8:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 8:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 6h55 | 12:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 8:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 1:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 8:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 8:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h15 | 9:30 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 10:35 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 10:20 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 10:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 10:35 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 3:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h55 | 5:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 10:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 10:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 10:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h50 | 11:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 3h10 | 1:00 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 3h25 | 1:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h55 | 7:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 10:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 12:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 12:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 5:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 12:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 12:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 12:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 1:00 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 1:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 2:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 12:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 2:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 2:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 7:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 2:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 2:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 3:35 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 3:20 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 3h25 | 5:10 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 4:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 4:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 2:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 4:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h00 | 5:10 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 4:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 4:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 5:35 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h15 | 5:35 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 6:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 6:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 6:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h05 | 6:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 6:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h50 | 7:30 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 7:20 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 8:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 8:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 8:30 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h33 | 10:33 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h45 | 10:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h30 | 10:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h18 | 10:33 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 11:05 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h50 | 11:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h35 | 11:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 11:05 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h50 | 11:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h35 | 11:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 12:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 12:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 12:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 12:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h50 | 1:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h35 | 12:55 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 1:30 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:59 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h51 | 1:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:59 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h36 | 1:35 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h35 | 1:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 1:35 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 1 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 3h55 | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h30 | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Dresden
Buses from Berlin to Dresden run on average 79 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 76 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 165 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 165 km |
Average bus duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 79 |
Direct buses 76 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Berlin to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Berlin to Dresden
Traveling by bus from Berlin to Dresden is simple and affordable. Starting around 7:00 a.m., there should be services almost every hour until midnight, with between 30-40 options every day, continuing through the weekend. It's not a long journey, either, generally totaling between 2 hours 5 minutes and 2 hours 45 minutes.
Which bus companies travel from Berlin to Dresden?
Buses to Dresden from the German capital are provided by RegioJet and Eurolines. RegioJet tends to be slightly faster, but there isn't much difference between the two companies.
How long is the bus from Berlin to Dresden?
The journey time between Berlin and Dresden will be between 2 hours 5 minutes and 2 hours 45 minutes, and there's no need to change along the way. So as bus journeys go, it's not a long haul.
How many buses are there from Berlin to Dresden?
The route between Berlin and Dresden is well served by RegioJet and Eurolines. Whenever travelers need to make the journey, they can expect a choice of 30-40 departure times. Buses start at around 7:00 a.m. and continue until about 11:15 p.m. Services through the night are not available.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Berlin to Dresden?
Departure Stations: Buses to Dresden will leave from Berlin's ZOB (the main bus station) or Berlin Südkreuz. The vast majority of buses leave from ZOB, which is easily accessible from most parts of the capital. Expect taxi times of around 25 minutes from Tegel and Schönefeld Airports. The S9 train also connects ZOB to Berlin's Hauptbahnhof and other locations in the center. Berlin Südkreuz is south of the city, and the best route there is probably via the RE4 train, or the RE3 bus. Either way, it shouldn't take more than 20 minutes to reach the bus station.
Arrival station: All buses from Berlin will arrive at Dresden Hauptbahnhof (Bayrische Straße) bus stop. Buses arrive right outside the station doors, allowing for easy onward travel to other destinations in Saxony. The S2 rail service also connects the Hauptbahnhof directly to Dresden Airport. Otherwise, passengers can transfer to trams 3, 7, 8, or 10, or there's a taxi rank at the bus station as well.
FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Dresden by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Dresden
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
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