Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £24, 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
Compare bus companies
Based on 11593 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dresden to Essen
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Dresden to Essen start from £28. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Dresden to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 292 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Essen at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Essen?
A bus journey from Dresden to Essen produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £25To 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 £25 to £26 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 £25, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Essen?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
