Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Essen?
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden to Essen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Essen start from $33. 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.
How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Essen?
The average bus trip duration from Dresden to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 292 miles (470 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Essen at 8:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Essen?
A bus trip from Dresden to Essen generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Essen was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $37 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-30.
