Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Frankfurt Hbf
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
FlixbusBus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:55 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day
4h 40mAverage Duration
372 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$40 - $200Average Duration7h 20m
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$33 - $374Average Duration4h 45m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$26 - $80Average Duration4h 40m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden start from $40. 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.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 381 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Dresden route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden generates an estimated 10 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.

Best price found
11-30
$57
12-01
$50
Today
$47
12-03
$47
12-04
$42
12-05
No data
12-06
$38
12-07
$42
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $144 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-06.

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