The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Gera
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Gera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Gera will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 7 buses that leave Dresden for Gera on Thu, Nov 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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 bus and train for Dresden to Gera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Gera 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 €19.
Distance: 118 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Gera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Gera buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:15 PM Dresden | 2h10 | 4:25 PM Gera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Gera
Buses from Dresden to Gera run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:55, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 118 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 118 km |
Average bus duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 08:55 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Dresden to GeraYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Gera with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dresden to Gera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Gera 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 Gera, 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 Gera, Bahnhofsplatz (FlixBus), located 0.3 miles (527 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Gera
- 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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