The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Dresden
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
76
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Dresden will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 76 buses that leave Berlin for Dresden every day 69 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 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 and coach for Berlin to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 10m. 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 train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 165 km
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2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Dresden coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 07:15 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h30 | 09:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h15 | 09:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 10:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 10:20 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 10:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 08:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 10:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 15:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h55 | 17:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 08:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 10:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 10:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 10:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 08:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 10:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h50 | 11:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 12:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 12:20 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 3h10 | 13:00 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 3h25 | 13:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 9h55 | 19:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 12:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 12:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 17:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 12:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 12:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 12:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 10:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 12:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 13:00 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 13:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 14:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 14:10 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 14:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 12:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 14:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 14:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 19:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 12:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 14:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 14:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 14:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 3h30 | 17:20 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 16:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 16:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 14:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 16:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 16:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 3h05 | 17:20 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 16:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 14:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 16:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 17:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h15 | 17:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 18:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 16:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 18:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 18:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 16:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 18:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h05 | 18:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 18:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h50 | 19:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 19:20 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 20:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 18:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 20:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h45 | 20:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h35 | 20:45 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 18:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 20:35 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 20:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h45 | 22:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h30 | 22:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 23:05 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h50 | 23:20 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h35 | 23:20 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 23:05 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h50 | 23:50 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h35 | 23:50 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h35 | 00:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 00:35 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h40 | 01:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:59 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h51 | 01:50 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:59 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h36 | 01:35 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h35 | 01:50 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h20 | 01:35 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 01:25 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 3h35 | 05:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 02:05 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2h55 | 05:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 02:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 2h30 | 05:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h40 | 08:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 6h55 | 12:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 06:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 2h25 | 08:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 7h55 | 13:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 06:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h10 | 08:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2h25 | 08:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Dresden
Buses from Berlin to Dresden run on average 87 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 82 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 165 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 165 km |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 87 |
Direct buses 82 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coach from Berlin to Dresden
Berlin and Dresden are situated approximately 120 miles apart. Regular coaches depart Berlin every day for Dresden with the journey taking between two and three and a half hours, traffic depending. Travelling by coach is a time and cost-effective way to make the journey from Berlin to Dresden.
How long is the journey by bus from Berlin to Dresden?
The bus journey between Berlin and Dresden can take roughly two and a half hours, with the shortest journey time available being two hours and five minutes and the longest taking three hours and 25 minutes (night departure). All coaches available on Omio from Berlin to Dresden are direct and scheduled rest stops are included in the journey time. Coach duration times may vary when travelling at peak times.
How many coaches are there from Berlin to Dresden?
Coaches from Berlin to Dresden operate at nearly every hour of the day, regardless of weekday or weekend. Coaches from Berlin to Dresden depart 20 times times throughout the day starting at around 7:00 a.m., with the last coach of the day scheduled after midnight. Coach departure station and arrival stations vary, so timetables may differ depending on where you begin your journey and wish to end it.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Berlin to Dresden?
Departure bus stations: Coaches from Berlin depart from a number of stops around the city. The main departure stations are Berlin Central Station, Berlin Südkreuz, Berlin Alexanderplatz and Berlin Flughafen Tegel. All departure stations are well connected to the rest of the city by bus and rail services. Both Berlin Central Station and Berlin Alexanderplatz are located in the city centre. Berlin Südkreuz and Berlin Flughafen Tegel are slightly further out, however they are easily reachable from the city centre within 30 minutes via public transport. There are shops, and food and drink options, and toilets available at all departure points.
Arrival bus stations: Coaches from Berlin that arrive in Dresden terminate at either Dresden Hauptbahnhof or Dresden NST. Both arrival stations are located with easy access to the city centre, which can be reached by public transport or on foot. Taxi ranks can be found at both Dresden Hauptbahnhof and Dresden NST. The station has toilets, food and drink options and tourist information. Hotels, restaurants and supermarkets can all be found within walking distance. Further connecting bus services can be found at both stations, as well as train connections to the rest of Germany and Europe at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Which coach providers travel from Berlin to Dresden?
The route from Berlin to Dresden is served by FlixBus Coach Company. FlixBus is a well known coach company operating bus travel within Europe. Their buses are equipped with WiFi and a toilet. FlixBus has a flexible booking policy and you are able to change your booking up until the last minute. FlixBus buses are a clean, efficient and cost-effective way to travel across the continent.
FlixBus Berlin to Dresden
FlixBus operates a regular bus service from Berlin to Dresden with buses scheduled at frequent intervals throughout the day. Their coaches from Berlin to Dresden are all direct and take roughly two hours and 30 minutes, depending on traffic and departure or arrival points. FlixBus buses depart from multiple locations in Berlin and have two arrival stations in Dresden, in order to make your journey as convenient as possible.
Berlin to Dresden Coach: Services on Board
FlixBus coaches offer a simple no frills service aimed at travellers looking to stay within a budget. FlixBus provides on board WiFi and a toilet for passenger use when on the move. The buses are equipped with plug sockets so you can charge your electronic devices, including laptops, whilst travelling. Each traveller is allocated the space for one travel bag which can be stored in overhead compartments, as well as one larger luggage item that can be placed in the hold. Some FlixBus buses have snacks and drinks available to purchase on board from the driver. Their buses are not suitable for heavily disabled passengers. There are no first-class options on FlixBus buses. The buses stop at semi-regular intervals and allow passengers to disembark to stretch their legs and get some air. Their coaches offer optimal leg room for every passenger.
FAQs: Berlin to Dresden coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Dresden by coach. 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 coach, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Dresden
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 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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