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Eight ways to Travel from Karlsruhe to Dresden

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Cheapest
By car (551 km)
4 h 43 min
551 km.
from $30
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Rideshare
4 h 43 min
551 km.
from $7.19
Train, Plane (Train to Frankfurt)
3 h 54 min
442 km.
from $219.47
Train via Frankfurt am Main (Deutsche Bahn)
7 h 11 min
442 km.
from $130.04
Bus, Plane (Bus to Stuttgart Airport)
5 h 33 min
442 km.
from $288.62
Bus, Plane (Bus to Stuttgart Airport)
5 h 44 min
442 km.
from $190.79
Train, Plane (Train to Frankfurt)
5 h 44 min
442 km.
from $205.34

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.70–$9.49

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Centrotrans Eurolines

Phone:
+387 33 770 889
Email:
Website:
centrotrans.com/
Bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Stuttgart
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.59–$11.39

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$759.47
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$607.57
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.55–$544.28
Plane from Frankfurt to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$367.08

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$392.39

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Stuttgart Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$265.81–$886.04

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$45.57
Train from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$94.93–$113.92
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden-Neustadt
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$107.59–$126.58
Train from Flughafen BER to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.57–$51.90
Train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$46.83
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$113.92–$126.58
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 41m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$107.59

ÖBB

Phone:
05 17 17
Website:
oebb.at/de/
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden-Neustadt
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.58–$189.87
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$202.52

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
7h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.93–$139.24

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig
Ave. Duration:
5h 41m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Karlsruhe to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.88

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dresden is to rideshare which costs $27.38 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $130.43 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Dresden?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Karlsruhe Hbf and arriving at Dresden-Neustadt. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Dresden is 532 km. The road distance is 549.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Dresden without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 11m and costs $108.70 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Karlsruhe to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Dresden train from?

Karlsruhe to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Dresden is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 11m and costs $108.70 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Dresden bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Karlsruhe and Dresden?

It is currently 08:30 at both, Karlsruhe and Dresden.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Dresden train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Dresden is 550 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Karlsruhe to Dresden.

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

Book your Karlsruhe to Dresden train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Dresden?

There are 1775+ hotels available in Dresden. Prices start at $48.70 per night.

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

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