Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
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| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just SEK 372, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Dresden and Essen
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 16167 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at SEK 372
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Essen start from SEK 372. The average price for this route is around SEK 433. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Essen?
The average bus travel time from Dresden to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 470 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dresden to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Essen at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Essen?
A bus trip from Dresden to Essen generates an estimated 11.739825000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Essen was searched and found on Oct 13, 2026 with a price of SEK 314To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 314 to SEK 640 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 314 which is on 2026-10-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
