Bus from Vienna to Dresden: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Vienna to Dresden on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Arda Tur
    		Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg
    		Dresden Central Train StationCheapest
    Flixbus
    		Erdberg
    		Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)Fastest
    Union Ivkoni
      		Erdberg
      		HbfNo tags
      RegioJet + RegioJet
      		Wien Hauptbahnhof
      		Hbf., Bayerische StrasseNo tags
      Flixbus
      		Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
      		Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:54 PM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to go 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 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      5h 20mAverage Duration
      369 kmDistance
      15kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$35 - $168Average Duration7h 40m
      9kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$63 - $428Average Duration8h 27m
      9kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$40 - $60Average Duration5h 20m
      15kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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.

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

        The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Dresden start from $35. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Vienna to Dresden?

        The average bus travel time from Vienna to Dresden is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 370 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vienna to Dresden?

        The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Dresden at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Dresden?

        A bus trip from Vienna to Dresden generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Vienna to Dresden?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Dresden?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vienna to Dresden?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Dresden?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      11-27
      $50
      11-28
      $53
      Today
      $46
      11-30
      $38
      12-01
      $37
      12-02
      $38
      12-03
      $38
      12-04
      $35
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on Dec 4, 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 Vienna to Dresden, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $35 to $157 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 $35 which is on 2025-12-04.

      Usually 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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