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Museum Gunzenhauser
Major art museum with works from the 20th and 21st centuries, shown in a striking modern building in the city centre.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dresden to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Chemnitz will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 9 buses from Dresden to Chemnitz, including 9 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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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Buses from Dresden to Chemnitz run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Chemnitz.
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Chemnitz coaches for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 16:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h10 | 17:25 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 19:05 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 23:05 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 0:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h00 | 1:15 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 1:50 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h00 | 4:15 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 7:10 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h10 | 13:50 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h05 | 14:05 Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major art museum with works from the 20th and 21st centuries, shown in a striking modern building in the city centre.
Industrial museum in a former foundry, explaining Saxony’s manufacturing history with machinery, vehicles and design.
Museum in the Theatre Square ensemble presenting painting, sculpture and temporary exhibitions from several centuries.
Main central square framed by historic and modern buildings, ideal for orientation, events and easy access to old town sights.
Elegant square with opera house, museums and green space, forming one of Chemnitz’s finest architectural ensembles.
Large landscaped park by Chemnitz Castle, popular for walks, river views and relaxed time outdoors close to the centre.
A Saxon potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and marjoram, then served with sausages. It is a hearty regional staple in colder months.
Slow-cooked beef marinated in vinegar, spices and vegetables. Popular across Saxony, it is a festive roast with a sweet-sour regional character.
A traditional Saxon pot roast of marinated beef, usually served with rich gravy and dumplings. It reflects the robust Sunday cooking of the region.
Established restaurant in Schloßhotel Chemnitz known for refined regional and seasonal dishes in an elegant, quiet setting.
Well-known cellar restaurant with Saxon and German specialities, generous portions and a cosy historic ambience near the city centre.
Traditional beer hall and restaurant serving Saxon and German classics with house-brewed beers in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Munich or Hamburg, but not as low as the cheapest small towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Chemnitz, ZOB -> Chemnitz Hauptbahnhof, Chemnitz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Chemnitz buses use the Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Chemnitz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station), Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km), Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
Available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Elevators, ramps.
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