Previously seen journeys
| 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 travel from Dresden to Essen
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 £27, 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
Compare bus companies
Based on 11454 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £26
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dresden to Essen
What's the distance between Dresden and Essen by coach?
The distance between Dresden and Essen by coach is approximately 292 miles (471 km).
How can I travel from Dresden to Essen avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
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 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £19To 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 £19 to £29 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 £19, which is on 2025-11-30.
