How far is Dresden from Nuremberg by coach?

The distance between Nuremberg and Dresden by coach is approximately 162 miles (261 km).

Is there a way to reach Dresden from Nuremberg without a car?

The best way to go from Nuremberg to Dresden without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Nuremberg to Dresden from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nuremberg to Dresden on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 20m	00:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:10	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 30m	20:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Dresden on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 30m	20:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 10m	05:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	19:45	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 20m	00:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Dresden on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:45	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 20m	00:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Bahnhofstraße, 11	3h 50m	05:50	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	01:05	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 10m	05:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 30m	20:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Dresden on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	Bahnhofstraße, 11	3h 50m	05:50	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:05	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 10m	05:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 30m	20:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	19:45	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 20m	00:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Nuremberg to Dresden on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:45	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 20m	00:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Bahnhofstraße, 11	3h 50m	05:50	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	01:05	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 10m	05:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Bahnhofstraße, 11	4h 30m	20:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nuremberg 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 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

162 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£17 - £112	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £171	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £30	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11380 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 £17

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Where are the popular stops in Nuremberg and Dresden?

Stops in Nuremberg

A - Bahnhofstraße, 11

B - Bahnhofstraße, 87

C - Schlachthofstraße 11

D - Breslauer Str. 304

E - Frankenschnellweg

F - Nürnberg Rennweg

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

B - Hbf

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Nuremberg to Dresden

How far is Dresden from Nuremberg by coach?
The distance between Nuremberg and Dresden by coach is approximately 162 miles (261 km).
Is there a way to reach Dresden from Nuremberg without a car?
The best way to go from Nuremberg to Dresden without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

£21

19/11

£20

Today

£19

21/11

£21

22/11

£19

23/11

£21

24/11

£17

25/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Dresden was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £37 for a bus ticket from Nuremberg to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-11-25.

What's the cheapest way to go from Nuremberg to Dresden?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 20m	Avg price£22	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 35m	Avg price£56	Daily departures11
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 10m	Avg price£23	Daily departures13