Bus from Dresden to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Dresden to Essen on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Essen Hauptbahnhof FreiheitNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
471 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$47 - $94Average Duration7h 50m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$21 - $422Average Duration7h 5m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$50 - $91Average Duration5h 30m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Essen start from $47. The average price for this route is around $62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Essen?

    The average bus travel time from Dresden to Essen is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 470 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times 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.

  5. 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 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.

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11-26
$47
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11-29
$42
11-30
$35
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Essen was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $35

To 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 $35 to $53 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 $35 which is on 2025-11-30.

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