The cheapest and fastest buses from Jena to Dresden
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jena to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jena to Dresden will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 1 buses that leave Jena for Dresden on Sun, Nov 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Sun, Nov 23 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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 train and bus for Jena to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jena to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 18m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 151 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Jena to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jena to Dresden buses for today, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Jena, Paradiesbahnhof | 2h35 | 4:45 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 23 | |||||
![]() | 2:35 AM Jena | 2h35 | 5:10 AM Dresden | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jena to Dresden
Buses from Jena to Dresden run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Jena to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Jena to Dresden with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jena to Dresden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jena 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Jena, Paradiesbahnhof, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Jena to Dresden
- 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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