Bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Dresden on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
FlixBusBus
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
FlixBusBus
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
FlixBusBus
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
FlixBusBus
Südseite Hauptbahnhof
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe 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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
5h 30mAverage duration
445 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€27 - €148Average duration10h 55m
11kg CO₂e
Average price€52 - €127Average duration5h 40m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€23 - €55Average duration5h 30m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Karlsruhe to Dresden start from €27. The average price for this route is around €43. 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 journey from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

    The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Dresden is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 444 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Dresden route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

    The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Dresden at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

    A bus journey from Karlsruhe to Dresden produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of €24

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

You can expect to pay from €24 to €33 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €24, which is on 2026-01-31.

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