The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Dresden
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Dresden will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 18 buses that leave Hamburg for Dresden on Thu, Nov 20, 4 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 378 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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 Hamburg to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €217.
Distance: 378 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price | €413 Average price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Hamburg to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Dresden 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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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h25 | 2:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h40 | 2:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h00 | 4:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h45 | 4:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h40 | 6:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h25 | 6:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h40 | 8:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h30 | 8:30 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h45 | 10:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h33 | 10:33 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 9h25 | 12:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 9h10 | 12:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h10 | 12:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h55 | 12:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h10 | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h25 | 7:55 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h30 | 10:20 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h25 | 10:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h40 | 10:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h50 | 12:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h35 | 12:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Dresden
Buses from Hamburg to Dresden run on average 21 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 378 km distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 17m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, City Lines, Infobus from Hamburg to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, City Lines, Infobus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Dresden
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 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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