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

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Dresden is to rideshare which costs €13 - €15 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nuremberg to Dresden is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Nuremberg and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nuremberg central bus station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Nuremberg to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Nürnberg Hbf and arriving at Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Nuremberg to Dresden?

The distance between Nuremberg and Dresden is 425 km. The road distance is 308.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €75 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Nuremberg to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Dresden train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Nuremberg to Dresden?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Dresden is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €75 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €160 - €350 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Nuremberg to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nuremberg to Dresden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nuremberg to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg to Dresden is 308 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Nuremberg to Dresden.

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

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

Book your Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Dresden?

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Nuremberg to Dresden by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3h 29m
€77–319
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nuremberg to Dresdenrideshare 309.8 km
3h 56m
€13–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Dresden central stationbus FlixBus N1304 / ...
4h 10m
€21–45
Drive 308.2 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg to Dresdencar 308.2 km
2h 50m
€44–64
Fly from Nuremberg Airport
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane NUE - DRS
5h 26m
€165–348
Train via Hof
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Re30 / ...
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Dresden Hbftrain Re
4h 45m
€74–111
Bus via Chemnitz
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Chemnitz central bus stationbus FlixBus N1304 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Dresden central stationbus FlixBus N42 / ...
4h 52m
€25–43
Train to Munich International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
4h 38m
€141–414
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
4h 59m
€186–471

Nuremberg to Dresden by train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 425.1 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Dresden Hauptbahnhof via Leipzig Hbf in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Dresden central station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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