How much does a bus ticket from Vienna to Dresden cost?

The bus ticket price from Vienna to Dresden starts at R 490. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Vienna to Dresden is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Dresden?

The average travel time between Vienna and Dresden is around 7h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 369 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Vienna and Dresden?

The number of buses from Vienna to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Vienna to Dresden by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Vienna to Dresden?

When taking the bus from Vienna to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RegioJet, Arda Tur.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Vienna to Dresden?

Buses travelling between Vienna and Dresden leave from Stadion Center or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Neustadt, Riegelplatz.

Bus Vienna to Dresden from R 421 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	CheapestFastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	12:35	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	6h 50m	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 49m	08:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	17:45	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	8h 20m	02:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	Cheapest
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
	23:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	11h	10:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse, pl.1 - 2, Dresden	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 11 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	Cheapest
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
	23:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	11h	10:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse, pl.1 - 2, Dresden	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	12:35	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	6h 50m	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	Cheapest
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	12:35	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	6h 50m	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:30	Erdberg	6h 30m	07:00	Hbf	Cheapest
21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	No tags
04:40	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 45m	12:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	Cheapest
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	Cheapest
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	06:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 46m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	00:31	Erdberg	6h 29m	07:00	Hbf	Cheapest
	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:39	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 46m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 576, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 10mAverage duration

369 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 490 - R 3 092	Average duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 778 - R 5 639	Average duration8h 26m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 576 - R 786	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511 242 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

RegioJet

4/51 057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Arda Tur

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Deutsche Bahn Regio

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 939 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.6

WiFi0.8

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Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Dresden?

Stops in Vienna

A - Stadion Center

B - Hbf

C - Erdberg

D - Vienna Airport

E - Westbahnhof

F - Matzleinsdorferplatz

Stops in Dresden

A - Hbf

B - Neustadt

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Dresden by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Vienna to Dresden cost?
The bus ticket price from Vienna to Dresden starts at R 490. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Vienna to Dresden is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Dresden?
The average travel time between Vienna and Dresden is around 7h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 369 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Vienna and Dresden?
The number of buses from Vienna to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Vienna to Dresden by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Vienna to Dresden?
When taking the bus from Vienna to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RegioJet, Arda Tur.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Vienna to Dresden?
Buses travelling between Vienna and Dresden leave from Stadion Center or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Neustadt, Riegelplatz.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/11

R 694

08/11

R 652

Today

R 463

10/11

R 463

11/11

R 463

12/11

R 463

13/11

R 421

14/11

R 463

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 421

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

You can expect to pay from R 421 to R 1 620 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 421, which is on 2025-11-13.

Usually Deutsche Bahn Regio, FlixBus, RegioJet 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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