4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Chemnitz
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Chemnitz will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 15 buses that leave Dresden for Chemnitz on Sun, Dec 21, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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 Chemnitz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Chemnitz 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 1h 0m. 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 €20.
Distance: 62 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m 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
Dresden to Chemnitz bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Chemnitz buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 7:05 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 10:50 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h10 | 12:50 PM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h10 | 1:00 PM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h10 | 4:25 PM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 10:05 PM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h00 | 12:15 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 1:05 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:15 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h00 | 3:15 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 6:10 AM Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Chemnitz
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Buses from Dresden to Chemnitz run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 5m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Citylines from Dresden to ChemnitzYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Chemnitz 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 Dresden to Chemnitz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Dresden, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dresden, Ammonstraße / Budapester Straße (Busparkplatz), Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), Dresden, Neustadt Exit and Dresden. When arriving in Chemnitz, you can end your route in coach stations like Chemnitz, ZOB and Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dresden, Ammonstraße / Budapester Straße (Busparkplatz), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Chemnitz, ZOB, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Chemnitz
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
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