How far is Dresden from Essen?

The distance separating Dresden and Essen is 292 miles (471 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dresden to Essen?

Most of the buses traveling from Dresden to Essen leave from Neustadt and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Dresden to Essen from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dresden to Essen on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	10h 30m	9:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	7h 50m	6:30am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 15m	4:25pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 55m	7:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	10h 30m	9:10pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

292 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $56	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $280	Average Duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$23 - $52	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Essen?

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

B - Hbf

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dresden to Essen by bus

How far is Dresden from Essen?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dresden to Essen?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

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11/17

$28

Today

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11/21

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11/22

$31

11/23

$33

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Essen was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $28

To 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 $28 to $40 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 $31 which is on 2025-11-22.