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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Fastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Dresden?
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - D
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Dresden
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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 Essen to Dresden 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 Essen to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Dresden start from $29. The average price for this route is around $48. 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 Essen to Dresden?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Dresden is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 292 miles (470 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Dresden at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Dresden?
A bus trip from Essen to Dresden generates an estimated 11.74075 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 Essen to Dresden was searched and found on Jun 6, 2026 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Dresden, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $68 for a bus ticket from Essen to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2026-06-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Dresden?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
