The cheapest and fastest coaches from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Dresden will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 3 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Dresden every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 486 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 1 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, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 486 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £292 Average Price |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Dresden coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 06:15 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h55 | 16:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 07:38 Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h27 | 19:05 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 8h40 | 05:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:59 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h01 | 08:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Dresden
Buses from Düsseldorf to Dresden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 486 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 486 km |
Average bus duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Düsseldorf to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Düsseldorf to Dresden coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Dresden
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
- 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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