What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €7 - €13 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

The fastest way to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin (State) and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin (State) and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin (State) to Dresden. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Dresden Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

The distance between Berlin (State) and Dresden is 185 km. The road distance is 190 km.

How do I travel from Berlin (State) to Dresden without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €10 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin (State) to Dresden bus from?

Berlin (State) to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where do I catch the Berlin (State) to Dresden train from?

Berlin (State) to Dresden train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

The best way to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €10 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €27 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Berlin (State) to Dresden bus arrive?

Berlin (State) to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Berlin (State) to Dresden train arrive?

Berlin (State) to Dresden train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), arrive at Dresden Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin (State) to Dresden is 190 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Berlin (State) to Dresden.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

Book your Berlin (State) to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

Book your Berlin (State) to Dresden bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2126+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Berlin (State) to Dresden?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Berlin (State) and Dresden. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Berlin (State) to Dresden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Berlin (State) to Dresden by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2h 45m
€11–58
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Dresdenrideshare 190.4 km
2h 21m
€7–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Dresden central stationbus 070 / ...
2h 55m
€16–27
Drive 190 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Dresdencar 190 km
1h 52m
€28–40
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 27
2h 45m
€27–143

Berlin (State) to Dresden by train

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Distance: 185.4 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Berlin (State), Germany and Dresden, Germany?

Danish Railways (DSB) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Dresden central station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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