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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Dortmund | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Cheapest | |||||
| Dortmund | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dortmund Hauptbahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Dresden
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 $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Dresden?
Stops in Dortmund
- ABrinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
- B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen - CDortmund, Germany
- D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany
Stops in Dresden
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Based on 11973 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dortmund to Dresden start from $40. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Dortmund to Dresden?
The average bus travel time from Dortmund to Dresden is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 440 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dortmund to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dortmund to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Dortmund to Dresden at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dortmund to Dresden?
A bus trip from Dortmund to Dresden generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 Dortmund to Dresden was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dortmund to Dresden, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $56 for a bus ticket from Dortmund to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-01-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dortmund to Dresden?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
