The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Nuremberg
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Nuremberg will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 8 buses that leave Dresden for Nuremberg on Tue, Nov 11, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 260 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 4 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.

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Nuremberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €175.
Distance: 260 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €420 Average price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Nuremberg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Nuremberg buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h10 | 6:25 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h20 | 9:25 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h45 | 4:25 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 3h45 | 2:25 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 11 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 4h05 | 4:05 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Nuremberg
Buses from Dresden to Nuremberg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 260 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus from Dresden to NurembergYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Nuremberg with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dresden to Nuremberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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 Nürnberg, ZOB, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Nuremberg
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36, 46, 47 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2
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