What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Bad Elster?

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Bad Elster is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Bad Elster?

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Bad Elster is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Bad Elster?

No, there is no direct bus from Dresden station to Bad Elster. However, there are services departing from Dresden central station and arriving at Bad Elster, Badstraße via Plauen, Bahnhof Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Bad Elster?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Bad Elster. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hbf and arriving at Adorf(Vogtl) via Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Dresden to Bad Elster?

The distance between Dresden and Bad Elster is 214 km. The road distance is 171.6 km.

How do I travel from Dresden to Bad Elster without a car?

The best way to get from Dresden to Bad Elster without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €40 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Dresden to Bad Elster?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Dresden to Bad Elster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Bad Elster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Bad Elster train from?

Dresden to Bad Elster train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, depart from Dresden Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Bad Elster?

The best way to get from Dresden to Bad Elster is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Dresden to Bad Elster bus arrive?

Dresden to Bad Elster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Plauen station Mitte.

Where does the Dresden to Bad Elster train arrive?

Dresden to Bad Elster train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, arrive at Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Bad Elster?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Bad Elster is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Dresden to Bad Elster.

Where can I stay near Bad Elster?

There are 664+ hotels available in Bad Elster.

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There are 4 ways to get from Dresden to Bad Elster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bftrain Re
3h 47m
€41–90
Drive 171.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dresden to Bad Elstercar 171.6 km
1h 42m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Plauen station Mittebus 1304A
2. Take the bus from Plauen, Bahnhof Mitte to Bad Elster, Badstraßebus 92
4h 25m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Plauen, Busbahnhof to Bad Elster, Badstraßebus 92
4h 18m

Dresden to Bad Elster by train and bus

157Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.5 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Bad Elster, Germany?

Transdev GmbH operates a train from Dresden Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf hourly. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dresden central station to Bad Elster, Badstraße via Plauen station Mitte and Plauen, Bahnhof Mitte in around 4h 25m.

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