4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Dresden
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h
Buses per day
19
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Dresden will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 19 buses that leave Hamburg for Dresden every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 378 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
FlixTrain+
FlixBus19:396h56Hamburg Hbf2:35Dresden, Neustadt Exit£361One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus2:508h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:10Dresden, Neustadt Exit£361One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:507h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof10:45Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£361One-way1 change
- FlixTrain+FlixBus19:395h56Hamburg Hbf1:35Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£371One-way1 change
- FlixBus23:007h00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof6:00Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£421One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain+FlixBus19:395h56Hamburg Hbf1:35Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£371One-way1 change
- FlixTrain+FlixBus15:396h01Hamburg Hbf21:40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£501One-way1 change
- FlixTrain+FlixBus9:396h01Hamburg Hbf15:40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£831One-way1 change
- FlixTrain+FlixBus11:396h01Hamburg Hbf17:40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£631One-way1 change
- FlixTrain+FlixBus7:396h01Hamburg Hbf13:40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £194.
Distance: 378 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £346 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Dresden coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h25 | 16:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h10 | 16:40 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h40 | 17:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h20 | 19:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 15:39 Hamburg Hbf | 6h01 | 21:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h20 | 22:35 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 6h30 | 22:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 17:39 Hamburg Hbf | 6h06 | 23:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h50 | 4:50 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h05 | 2:35 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h00 | 6:00 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 8h20 | 11:10 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h55 | 10:45 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h25 | 11:25 Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 7h40 | 11:40 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
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Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Dresden
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Buses from Hamburg to Dresden run on average 21 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 378 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, City Lines from Hamburg to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, City Lines for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Dresden coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.
- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- 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.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Dresden
Most Hamburg to Dresden buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden, Neustadt Exit. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Dresden bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do buses to Dresden leave from?
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Which Dresden station do buses from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) from Dresden city centre
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) bus station facilities and services
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station), Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km), Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Dresden, Neustadt Exit from Dresden city centre
Most popular bus connections from Hamburg
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