How to get to Dresden from Gothenburg

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Compare train, coach and flight for Gothenburg to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £73, while a flight costs an average of £448.

Distance: 749 km

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Train

£84

Average Price

£448

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£73

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16h 52m

Average total duration

16h 22m

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30m

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5h 2m

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3h 2m

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14h 3m

Average total duration

13h 33m

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30m

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0.7 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

2.2 - 4.5kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is a train with an average price of £73.

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Dresden:

A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average £84.

A train is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average £448.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 3m.

Coach takes on average 16h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Dresden including taking a train, coach and flight.

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from Gothenburg to Dresden

How to get to Dresden from Gothenburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:0518h40
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:45Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    £641One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:0518h40
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:45Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    £641One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH821 · LH62
    6:053h50
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    9:55Dresden Airport
    £1991One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Västtrafik13224 Västtrafik+Snälltåget31 Snälltåget · 301 Snälltåget
    18:3015h39
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    10:09Dresden Hbf
    £841One-way
    2 changes
  • Västtrafik11 Västtrafik+Snälltåget31 Snälltåget · 301 Snälltåget
    18:2615h43
    Gothenburg
    10:09Dresden Hbf
    £841One-way
    2 changes
  • SJ493 SJ+Snälltåget301 Snälltåget+Skånetrafiken1785 Skånetrafiken
    18:3915h30
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    10:09Dresden Hbf
    £881One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    14:0020h45
    Gothenburg, Korsvägen
    10:45Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    £641One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:4019h00
    Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
    21:40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    £641One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:0519h20
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    11:25Dresden, Neustadt Exit
    £651One-way
    2 changes
  • LufthansaLH2433 · LH2124
    6:008h30
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    14:30Dresden Airport
    £1591One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH2433 · LH2128
    6:0013h10
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    19:10Dresden Airport
    £1591One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH819 · LH68
    18:553h55
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    22:50Dresden Airport
    £1661One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Gothenburg to Dresden

Travel to Dresden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gothenburg to Dresden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Gothenburg and Dresden including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is a train with an average price of £73.

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Dresden:

A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average £84.

A train is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average £448.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 3m.

Coach takes on average 16h 52m.

The Gothenburg to Dresden distance is approximately 749 km.
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Dresden is:
  • Around 13 coaches per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg and Dresden as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gothenburg to Dresden:
  • Flights mostly depart from Göteborg-Landvetter Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
  • Trains mostly depart from Gothenburg Centralstation and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Comati PSG to go to Dresden by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Dresden by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Ryanair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Dresden by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gothenburg to Dresden with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Infobus, Comati PSG.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg to Dresden often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dresden and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Gothenburg to Dresden, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Dresden, you can explore the Zwinger Palace, a baroque masterpiece with art collections and gardens, and visit the Frauenkirche, a reconstructed Lutheran church offering panoramic views from its dome. Experience world-class performances at the Semper Opera House, known for its stunning architecture, and discover royal treasures at Dresden Castle, featuring the famous Green Vault. For a scenic stroll, head to Brühl's Terrace along the Elbe River, often called the Balcony of Europe.
For a well-rounded experience in Dresden, spending three to four days is ideal. This allows time to explore the historic Old Town, visit the Zwinger Palace, and enjoy the art collections in the museums, along with some leisurely time to stroll along the Elbe River and experience local cuisine.

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