What is the travel distance from Giessen to Dresden?

Giessen and Dresden are 225 miles (362 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Giessen to Dresden start their journey at Gießen (Licher Straße) and wind up at Neustadt. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dresden?

Once in Dresden, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Bundeswehr Military History Museum, Großer Garten, Semperoper, Frauenkirche and Zwinger.

Bus Giessen to Dresden from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Giessen to Dresden on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Gießen Mathematikum	5h 35m	9:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Gießen Mathematikum	6h 15m	5:45pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Gießen Mathematikum	6h 40m	7:55pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Gießen Mathematikum	5h 35m	9:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Gießen Mathematikum	6h 40m	5:10pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Giessen to Dresden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

223 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $51	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $46	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Giessen and Dresden?

Stops in Giessen

A
Gießen (Licher Straße)
Licher Straße, 35394 Gießen
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B
Bushaltestelle Liebigstraße
Liebigstraße 14, 35390 Gießen (Mathematikum), Hessen
C
Giessen
An der Automeile, 35394 Gießen (Automeile), Hessen
D
Gießen Mathematikum
Liebigstraße 8, 35390 Gießen

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
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FlixBus

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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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Giessen to Dresden by bus

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$29

The cheapest trip from Giessen to Dresden was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $38 for a bus ticket from Giessen to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-30.