Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Fastest | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 483, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Dresden?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CEssen, Germany
- DFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Dresden
Compare bus companies
Based on 12711 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 483
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Dresden by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Dresden start from ZAR 483. The average price for this route is around ZAR 789. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Dresden?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Dresden is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 470 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Dresden at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Dresden?
A bus trip from Essen to Dresden generates an estimated 11.7406 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Dresden was searched and found on May 24, 2026 with a price of ZAR 739To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Dresden, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 739 to ZAR 1,147 for a bus ticket from Essen to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 740 which is on 2026-05-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Dresden?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
