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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Bratislava
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Bratislava will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dresden for Bratislava on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 404 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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 Dresden to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 404 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Dresden to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Bratislava buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h10 | 8:50 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h55 | 11:55 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h56 | 10:56 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h15 | 2:35 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h25 | 4:15 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
 (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · RJ 1045 (Prague -> Žilina) | 10:35 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 7h51 | 6:26 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h35 | 9:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h55 | 9:45 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h51 | 9:41 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h50 | 7:45 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h50 | 5:40 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h40 | 12:45 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 7h40 | 2:15 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 transfer | |
| (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava) | 8:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 13h51 | 10:26 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h10 | 5:00 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Bratislava
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Buses from Dresden to Bratislava run on average 25 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €23 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 404 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 404 km |
Average bus duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 29m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, Racic Eurobus from Dresden to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Bratislava with FlixBus, Ourbus, Racic Eurobus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dresden to Bratislava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Bratislava 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 Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Bratislava
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 62, 75 Tram: 10, 11
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
WifiTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 29, 30, 37, 70 Tram: 4
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