Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden on 4 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)Cheapest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)Fastest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Südbahnhof
    Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags
    Flixbus
    Frankfurt Hbf
    Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:27 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 492, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    7carpool per day
    4h 50mAverage duration
    372 kmDistance
    16kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 449 - R 1 594Average duration7h 20m
    9kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 375 - R 3 100Average duration4h 24m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average priceR 492 - R 899Average duration4h 50m
    16kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden by bus

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden start at R 449. The average price for this route is around R 645. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

      The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 373 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Dresden route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

      The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

      A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    01/02
    R 596
    02/02
    R 576
    Today
    R 547
    04/02
    R 494
    05/02
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 494

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from R 494 to R 854 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 494, which is on 2026-02-04.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Dresden?

    busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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