The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 8 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Dresden on Thu, Jan 01, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct buses cover the 486 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. 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 €20, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 486 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price | €317 Average price |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden buses for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h55 | 4:10 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h27 | 7:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:59 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h01 | 8:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Buses from Düsseldorf to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 486 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 486 km |
Average bus duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Düsseldorf to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Dresden
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
- 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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