What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Dresden?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €17 - €35 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Dresden?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 3h 42m and costs €140 - €440.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Dresden?

The distance between Dortmund and Dresden is 573 km. The road distance is 502.3 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Dresden without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €45 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Dresden?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Dortmund to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Dresden bus from?

Dortmund to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Dresden train from?

Dortmund to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Dresden?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Dresden is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Dortmund to Dresden bus arrive?

Dortmund to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Dortmund to Dresden train arrive?

Dortmund to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Dresden is 502 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Dortmund to Dresden.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Dresden?

Book your Dortmund to Dresden train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Dresden?

Book your Dortmund to Dresden bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 2103+ hotels available in Dresden.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Dresden?

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

Dortmund to Dresden - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

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There are 8 ways to get from Dortmund to Dresden by train, plane, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3h 42m
€145–435
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Dresdenrideshare 501.8 km
5h 13m
€17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 51 / ...
6h 14m
€45–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Dresden central stationbus 023 / ...
7h 35m
€40–65
Drive 502.3 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Dresdencar 502.3 km
4h 36m
€74–107
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
4h 53m
€181–398
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 46m
€123–359
Train via Gelsenkirchen Central Station
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Central Station to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain Flx30
8h 51m
€60–97

Dortmund to Dresden by train

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Distance: 573 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Dresden, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt hourly. Tickets cost €110–220 and the journey takes 6h 14m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Dresden central station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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