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How to Travel from

Essen to Dresden

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.43–$76.34

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$1,399.49

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.52–$559.79
Plane from Frankfurt to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$534.35
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$521.63

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.42–$419.85
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.99–$63.61
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53
Train from Essen Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14
Train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.62–$55.98
Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.80–$66.16
Train from Flughafen BER to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43
Train from Essen Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.50–$133.59
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$108.14–$127.23

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81
Train from Elsterwerda, Bahnhof to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.81–$16.54

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.80–$69.97
Train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17
Train from Essen Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.25–$82.70
Train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.69–$5.34
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$82.70
Train from Essen Central Station to Elsterwerda
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.25–$82.70

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Essen to Dresden
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$44.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Dresden is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $38.04 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Dresden is to train and fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $97.83 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Dresden central station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Dresden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Essen to Dresden?

The distance between Essen and Dresden is 539 km. The road distance is 559.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Dresden without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 6h 25m and costs $53.26 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Essen to Dresden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Dresden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Dresden train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Dresden?

The best way to get from Essen to Dresden is to train via Berlin which takes 6h 25m and costs $53.26 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 7h 45m. There are no good options to train between Essen to Dresden.

Where does the Essen to Dresden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Dresden train arrive?

Essen to Dresden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Dresden?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Dresden is 560 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Essen to Dresden.

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

Book your Essen to Dresden train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

Book your Essen 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.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Dresden?

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