How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Dresden?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Dresden start at R 429. The average price for this route is around R 789. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Dresden?

The average bus journey time from Vienna to Dresden is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 371 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Vienna to Dresden route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet , Deutsche Bahn Regio , Arda Tur , Union Ivkoni .

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

The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Dresden at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Vienna to Dresden produces an estimated 9 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 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.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

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.

Bus Vienna to Dresden from R 304 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Erdberg	6h 50m	22:50	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	19:15	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	13h 10m	08:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	12:35	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	6h 50m	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	10h 30m	10:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Erdberg	6h 50m	12:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	07:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	9h 40m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:59	Erdberg	7h 1m	07:00	Hbf	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	07:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	9h 40m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Hbf	9h 10m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	07:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	9h 40m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	13h 10m	08:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	08:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	9h 40m	18:05	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Erdberg	6h 50m	12:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	12:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	7h	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Erdberg	6h 50m	12:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
Bus	12:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	7h	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Dresden on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:00	Hbf	6h 25m	19:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Erdberg	5h 55m	02:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Vienna International Busterminal Erdberg	8h 35m	16:15	Dresden Central Train Station	No tags
Bus	00:30	Erdberg	6h 30m	07:00	Hbf	No tags
Bus	06:45	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 40m	14:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 604, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 30mAverage duration

369 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 429 - R 1 787	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 746 - R 4 462	Average duration8h 24m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 604 - R 756	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Dresden?

Stops in Vienna

A
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
B
Vienna Airport
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C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
D
Stadion Center
Engerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
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E
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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F
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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Stops in Dresden

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

FlixBus

3.5/511 962 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

RegioJet

4/51 066 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Deutsche Bahn Regio

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Arda Tur

3/5259 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 976 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Dresden start at R 429. The average price for this route is around R 789. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Dresden?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Dresden is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 371 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Dresden at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Dresden?
A bus trip from Vienna to Dresden produces an estimated 9 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 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Dresden?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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

06/01

R 729

07/01

R 648

Today

R 567

09/01

R 597

10/01

R 304

11/01

R 546

12/01

R 441

13/01

R 395

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Dresden was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 304

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 R 304 to R 1 153 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 R 304, which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually FlixBus 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.