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Three ways to Travel from Karlovy Vary to Dresden

Composite routes from Karlovy Vary to Dresden

Cheapest
2 h 2 min
Car
171 km.
from $9
Other
6 h 30 min
Bus
110 km.
from €20.60
2 h 2 min
Rideshare
171 km.
from $6.51

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Karlovy Vary to Praha,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.27–$21.63
Bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.54–$22.90
Bus from Karlovy Vary to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.17–$53.43

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.27–$13.99

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.09–$16.54

Train operators

Railjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.36–$31.81

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$41.98

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$5.47

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$26.72

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Karlovy Vary to Praha,
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.91–$13.99

Czech Railways (ČD)

Phone:
+420 221 111 122
Email:
Website:
cd.cz/default.htm
Train from Karlovy Vary to Usti
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.45–$27.99
Train from Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.00–$17.81

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

The cheapest way to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden is to bus via Prague which costs $17.39 - $38.04 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

The fastest way to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlovy Vary and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlovy Vary and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Karlovy Vary and Dresden?

No, there is no direct train from Karlovy Vary to Dresden. However, there are services departing from Karlovy Vary and arriving at Dresden Hbf via Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

The distance between Karlovy Vary and Dresden is 212 km. The road distance is 171.5 km.

How do I travel from Karlovy Vary to Dresden without a car?

The best way to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs $26.09 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlovy Vary to Dresden bus from?

Karlovy Vary to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlovy Vary station.

Where do I catch the Karlovy Vary to Dresden train from?

Karlovy Vary to Dresden train services, operated by Czech Railways (ČD), depart from Karlovy Vary station.

Train or bus from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

The best way to get from Karlovy Vary to Dresden is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs $26.09 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Prague, which costs $17.39 - $38.04 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Karlovy Vary to Dresden bus arrive?

Karlovy Vary to Dresden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where does the Karlovy Vary to Dresden train arrive?

Karlovy Vary to Dresden train services, operated by Czech Railways (ČD), arrive at Usti Nad Labem Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlovy Vary to Dresden is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Karlovy Vary to Dresden.

How do I get a bus ticket from Karlovy Vary to Dresden?

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

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1763+ hotels available in Dresden. Prices start at $50.05 per night.
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