The cheapest and fastest buses from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Cheapest price on Sep 30
€32
Average ticket price on Sep 30
€39
Fastest journey on Sep 30
8 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 30
9 h 59 m
Buses on Sep 30
11
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 €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Wed, Sep 30, we found 11 buses from Düsseldorf to Dresden, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 30 the direct buses cover the 486 km distance in an average of 9 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Wed, Sep 30 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus9:40 PM11h45Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf9:25 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit€321One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:30 AM10h50Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf12:20 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€321One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:50 PM16h10Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen)9:00 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€331One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:59 PM9h01Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf9:00 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus8:20 PM11h30Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf7:50 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€391One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:30 PM8h40Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf8:10 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:59 PM9h01Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf9:00 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:15 AM9h55Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf5:10 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus1:30 AM10h50Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf12:20 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€321One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus8:20 PM11h30Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf7:50 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)€391One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden buses for today, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h01 | 9:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 30 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 10h50 | 12:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h55 | 5:10 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) | 13h00 | 1:35 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) | 14h00 | 2:35 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) | 16h00 | 5:15 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) | 16h10 | 9:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 12h30 | 6:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 11h30 | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 11h45 | 9:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 8h40 | 8:10 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 4 times per day, taking around 9h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 486 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 486 km |
Average bus duration 9h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Most Düsseldorf to Dresden buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden, Neustadt Exit. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Dresden bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do buses to Dresden leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Which Dresden station do buses from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) from Dresden city centre
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) bus station facilities and services
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station), Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km), Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Dresden, Neustadt Exit from Dresden city centre
Dresden, Neustadt Exit is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Neustadt Exit bus station facilities and services
Dresden, Neustadt Exit has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit. ATMs are available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit: Ramp access available for wheelchairs.
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