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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Berlin is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Berlin is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €8 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Dresden to Berlin?

The distance between Dresden and Berlin is 179 km. The road distance is 190 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €8 - €140.

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

The train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Berlin Hbf takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Berlin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Berlin train from?

Dresden to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Berlin?

The best way to get from Dresden to Berlin is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €8 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €27 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Dresden to Berlin bus arrive?

Dresden to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Dresden to Berlin train arrive?

Dresden to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dresden to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Berlin is 190 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Dresden to Berlin.

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

Book your Dresden to Berlin train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2692+ hotels available in Berlin.

Can I share a ride from Dresden to Berlin?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Berlin Hbftrain 27
1h 29m
€8–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus 060 / ...
2h 40m
€16–27
Drive 190 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Berlincar 190 km
1h 50m
€28–40
Train via S Spandau Bhf
1. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Berlin-Spandautrain Rj
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to S+U Alexanderplatz Bhftrain S3 / ...
2h 29m
€25–51
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dresden to Berlinrideshare 191 km
2h 42m
€10

Dresden to Berlin by train

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Distance: 178.7 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Berlin Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–140 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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