Bus from Dresden to Vienna: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Dresden to Vienna on 24 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet
Hbf., Bayerische Strasse
Wien HauptbahnhofCheapest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
ErdbergFastest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
ErdbergNo tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
ErdbergNo tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
ErdbergNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:31 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dresden to Vienna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 374, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 30mAverage duration
369 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 431 - R 1 998Average duration7h 35m
9kg CO₂e
Average priceR 750 - R 5 073Average duration7h 41m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 374 - R 843Average duration5h 30m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Vienna by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Vienna start at R 431. The average price for this route is around R 807. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Vienna?

    The average bus journey time from Dresden to Vienna is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 372 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Vienna at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus trip from Dresden to Vienna produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Dresden to Vienna?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1062 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Vienna?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Vienna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dresden to Vienna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
21/12
R 1 151
22/12
R 845
Today
R 950
24/12
R 847
25/12
R 785
26/12
R 723
27/12
R 847
28/12
R 888
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Vienna was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 723

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

You can expect to pay from R 723 to R 1 579 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 723, which is on 2025-12-26.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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