The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dresden to Leipzig
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dresden to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Leipzig will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 12 buses that leave Dresden for Leipzig every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
FlixBus12:151h35Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)13:50Leipzig, Hbf£81One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:151h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)19:45Leipzig, Hbf£81One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:251h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)22:55Leipzig, Hbf£81One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:401h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)7:10Leipzig, Hbf£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:451h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)13:15Leipzig, Hbf£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:401h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)7:10Leipzig, Hbf£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:451h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)13:15Leipzig, Hbf£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:151h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)21:45Leipzig, Hbf£91One-way0 changes
FlixBus0:451h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)2:15Leipzig, Hbf£101One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:451h30Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)18:15Leipzig, Hbf£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dresden to Leipzig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. 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 coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 101 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Dresden to Leipzig bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Leipzig coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 0:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 2:15 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 6:40 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 7:10 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h35 | 9:45 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h35 | 12:00 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 13:15 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h35 | 13:50 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 18:15 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 19:45 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 21:45 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 22:55 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h35 | 23:50 Leipzig, Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Leipzig
Buses from Dresden to Leipzig run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 101 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Dresden to LeipzigYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Leipzig with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dresden to Leipzig coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Leipzig
- 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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