The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kassel to Dresden
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kassel to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Dresden will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kassel 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 297 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kassel to Dresden
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £268.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £268 Average Price |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg 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
Kassel to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Dresden coaches for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:45 Kassel | 5h20 | 15:05 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:25 Kassel | 5h40 | 18:05 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Kassel | 5h20 | 19:35 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Kassel | 4h50 | 00:20 Dresden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kassel to Dresden
Buses from Kassel to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 297 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Citylines from Kassel to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Kassel to Dresden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Citylines for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kassel to Dresden coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kassel, Fernbusbahnhof, which is located around 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kassel and Dresden
- 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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