How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Leipzig?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Leipzig start at R 200. The average price for this route is around R 240. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Leipzig?

The average bus journey time from Dresden to Leipzig is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 100 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Dresden to Leipzig route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Leipzig?

The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Leipzig at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Leipzig?

A bus trip from Dresden to Leipzig produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Dresden to Leipzig from R 157 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	13:50	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	20:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	21:45	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	06:40	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	06:40	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	06:40	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	06:40	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	06:40	Leipzig central station	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	21:45	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

Next departures from Dresden to Leipzig on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:15	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	21:45	Leipzig central station	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	07:10	Leipzig central station	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	09:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	10:10	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 35m	11:45	Leipzig central station	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	1h 30m	13:15	Leipzig central station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dresden to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

101 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 200 - R 707	Average duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 165 - R 1 444	Average duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 83 - R 254	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Leipzig?

Stops in Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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B
Hbf
Bayrische Str. 2, 01069 Dresden, Germany
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C
Riegelplatz
Dresden,, Germany
D
Dresden Airport

Stops in Leipzig

A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
D
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
E
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 566 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11566 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 R 200

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Leipzig by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Leipzig?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Leipzig start at R 200. The average price for this route is around R 240. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Leipzig?
The average bus journey time from Dresden to Leipzig is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 100 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Leipzig route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Leipzig?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Leipzig at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Leipzig?
A bus trip from Dresden to Leipzig produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/12

R 198

09/12

R 198

Today

R 188

11/12

R 177

12/12

R 188

13/12

R 188

14/12

R 188

15/12

R 157

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Leipzig was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 157

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

You can expect to pay from R 157 to R 344 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Leipzig based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 157, which is on 2025-12-15.