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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Plauen is to bus which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Plauen is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Plauen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dresden central station station and arriving at Plauen station Mitte station. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Plauen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dresden-Neustadt and arriving at Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Dresden to Plauen?

The distance between Dresden and Plauen is 146 km. The road distance is 147 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Plauen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €12 - €19.

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

The bus from Dresden central station to Plauen station Mitte takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Plauen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Plauen train from?

Dresden to Plauen train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, depart from Dresden-Neustadt station.

Train or bus from Dresden to Plauen?

The best way to get from Dresden to Plauen is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Dresden to Plauen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dresden to Plauen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Plauen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Plauen is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Dresden to Plauen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Plauen?

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There are 3 ways to get from Dresden to Plauen by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Plauen station Mittebus 1304A
2h 20m
€12–19
Train
1. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bftrain Re
2h 21m
€30–45
Drive 147 km
1. Drive from Dresden to Plauencar 147 km
1h 21m
€22–32

Dresden to Plauen by bus

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Distance: 146.3 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Dresden central station to Plauen station Mitte 3 times a week. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Transdev GmbH operates a train from Dresden-Neustadt to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf hourly. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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