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| 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 | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | HBF | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | HBF | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Essen?
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Based on 11510 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $47
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 $47. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 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 8:10am. 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 12 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 Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $49To 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.
