The cheapest and fastest buses from Chemnitz to Dresden
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
44 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chemnitz to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chemnitz to Dresden will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 14 buses that leave Chemnitz for Dresden on Fri, Nov 28, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 50 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chemnitz to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 59m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 62 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chemnitz to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chemnitz to Dresden buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:05 PM Chemnitz | 1h05 | 3:10 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Chemnitz | 1h05 | 3:45 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Chemnitz | 1h10 | 4:05 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Chemnitz | 1h00 | 10:05 PM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 1h00 | 4:15 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 1h05 | 6:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chemnitz to Dresden
Buses from Chemnitz to Dresden run on average 13 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 62 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Citylines from Chemnitz to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Chemnitz to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Citylines for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chemnitz to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, ZOB, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 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 Chemnitz to Dresden
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 62, 75 Tram: 10, 11
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