How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Dresden?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Dresden start at R 378. The average price for this route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Dresden?

The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Dresden is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 384 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Dresden route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Infobus , Karat-S .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Dresden?

The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Dresden at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Dresden?

A bus trip from Hamburg to Dresden produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Dresden?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 285 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Dresden?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Dresden?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Dresden?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Hamburg to Dresden from R 292 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Dresden on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h 5m	07:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Hamburg to Dresden on 26 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h 5m	07:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	15:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 15m	21:45	Neustadt	Fastest
	00:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	07:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 38m	23:08	Dresden Central Station	No tags
	04:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 40m	11:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Dresden on 27 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h 30m	11:20	Neustadt	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	6h 6m	19:25	Neustadt	Fastest
	00:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	07:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:18	Hamburg Hbf	6h 22m	15:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
	04:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 40m	11:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Dresden on 28 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 35m	02:35	Neustadt	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	6h 6m	19:25	Neustadt	Fastest
	00:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	07:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 38m	23:08	Dresden Central Station	No tags
	04:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 40m	11:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Hamburg to Dresden on 29 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:00	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 40m	11:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:19	Hamburg Hbf	6h 6m	19:25	Neustadt	Fastest
	00:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	7h 10m	07:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	16:30	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 38m	23:08	Dresden Central Station	No tags
	08:50	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	6h 35m	15:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:23 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg 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 and with fares starting at just R 380, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5hAverage duration

377 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 378 - R 1 758	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 257 - R 4 474	Average duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 380 - R 940	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Dresden?

Stops in Hamburg

A
Hamburg Airport
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B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany
F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany

Stops in Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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B
Hbf
Bayrische Str. 2, 01069 Dresden, Germany
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C
Riegelplatz
Dresden,, Germany
D
Dresden Airport

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 736 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Infobus

4/5493 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Karat-S

4/5286 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Dresden start at R 378. The average price for this route is around R 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Dresden?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Dresden is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 384 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Dresden at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Dresden?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Dresden produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Dresden?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 285 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Dresden?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

23/12

R 803

24/12

R 969

Today

R 824

26/12

R 834

27/12

R 822

28/12

R 947

29/12

R 721

30/12

R 616

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Dresden was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 616

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

You can expect to pay from R 616 to R 1 524 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 616, which is on 2025-12-30.