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    Rides:Essen Dresden (28.11.2022)

    12:35 hrs
    Essen
    Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Almost full
    € 59.98
    11:35 hrs
    Essen
    Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Almost full
    € 59.98
    13:20 hrs
    Essen
    Dresden Neustadt, Exit
    Almost full
    € 68.98
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    Essen central train station (Freiheit)

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    Online payment

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    Distance

    470 km
    Direct connection

    Yes
    Environmentally-friendly travel?

    Yes

    Frequently asked questions

    How long does it take from Essen to Dresden by bus?
    The quickest bus trip from Essen to Dresden takes as little as 7 hours 40 minutes.
    What is the distance between Essen and Dresden?
    The bus route from Essen to Dresden covers 573kms. FlixBus can bring you from Essen to Dresden in as little as 7 hours 40 minutes.
    How much is the bus ticket between Essen and Dresden?
    You can get from Essen to Dresden for as little as 19,00 €. On average, tickets for this connection cost 28,09 €.
    What route does the bus from Essen to Dresden take?
    There are direct connections from Essen to Dresden. Among them up to 3 buses running daily from Essen to Dresden, 3 are direct connections. The fastest bus on this connection has 3 stop(s).
    How can I pay for the bus from Essen to Dresden?
    You can buy your bus ticket from Essen to Dresden choosing your preferred payment method among card, Paypal, Google Pay, and more!
    Where can I see if my bus from Essen to Dresden is on time?
    You can track your bus location on our Real-Time Info Tool. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.
    When is the cheapest time to book a bus ticket?
    You can book your bus ticket for FlixBus from as little as 19,00 € EUR. You buy your ticket most easily on Global.flixbus.com or in the app. Book in time to get the best price.
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    Find the cheapest buses from Essen to Dresden

    Getting from Essen to Dresden is cheap and easy when you travel with FlixBus. The two cities are 573kms apart and traveling between the two takes as little as 7 hours 40 minutes.

    FlixBus tickets are always good value, but you can save even more money by booking online in advance. Book on the website or with our FlixBus App in minutes, then simply use your phone as your ticket to board the bus.

    Bus tickets between Essenand Dresden cost 28,09 € on average, but you can get tickets for as low as 19,00 € if you book in advance and/or outside of busy travel times, like weekends and holidays. For a quick, easy, and environmentally-conscious choice, travel with FlixBus.

    We have a large network, so you can trust us to take you from your desired departure city to your destination in comfort and style - all for a great value.

    Traveling from Essen to Dresden

    It’s easy to get from Essen to Dresden with FlixBus, with 3 direct buses per day.

    You can expect a minimum of 3 stops on your journey and it can take a minimum time of 7 hours 40 minutes.

    Bus travel is the most environmentally friendly way to travel long distances and we’re working to make it even greener with high environmental standards across our fleet of buses, the use of alternative drive and fuel technologies, and the option for all passengers to offset their carbon emissions at the point of buying a ticket.

    The average cost of bus travel between Essen and Dresden is 28,09 €, which makes bus travel far cheaper than any other method.

    Taking the bus from Essen

    Traveling from Essen and not familiar with it? Here’s everything you need to know.

    Essen is a transport hub with one bus station; the 234 buses departing every day take travelers both within the state and further afield.

    Arriving in Dresden

    Traveling to Dresden for the first time? Here’s what you need to know:

    Dresden is very well connected to other destinations on the FlixBus network. The city is connected to 185 other destinations that you can easily reach by bus. You can find 3 FlixBus stops in the city.

    What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Essen to Dresden

    Getting from Essen to Dresden aboard a FlixBus bus means traveling in comfort and style, with all the services you need to keep you occupied. Most of our buses include free Wi-Fi onboard, an entertainment system, toilets and power outlets.

    You can bring one carry-on and one check-in piece of luggage per passenger, so even if you’re taking a long trip, you don’t need to worry about traveling light.

    All ticket holders are guaranteed a seat on our buses but if you want to reserve a seat, you can do so at the time of booking. Choose from a classic seat, table seat, panorama seat or extra seat.

    Just book online or on our FlixBus App when purchasing your ticket using any of our available payment methods.

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