- Must visit
Old Masters Picture Gallery
Major art museum in the Zwinger, famed for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and an outstanding collection of European paintings.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 36 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
627 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Dresden will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 29 buses that leave Amsterdam for Dresden on Sat, Jul 11, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 627 km distance in an average of 11 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 12 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $244.
Distance: 389 miles (627 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $137 Average price | $545 Average price | $168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 38m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Dresden:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Dresden costing on average $137 (€113).
A bus is $487 (€400) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Dresden costing on average $545 (€448).
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 26m.
Bus takes on average 14h 8m.
Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $168 (€138) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $109 (€90). The journey takes 14h 8m versus 7h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Dresden buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 12h15 | 9:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 13h30 | 11:10 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h15 | 9:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 15h15 | 1:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 10h50 | 9:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 13h00 | 11:10 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h40 | 1:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 14h10 | 1:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 14h25 | 1:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h15 | 2:50 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h35 | 4:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 15h25 | 5:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H) | 15h40 | 5:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h05 | 7:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h40 | 9:10 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 12h30 | 9:00 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 12h00 | 9:00 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 14h35 | 2:35 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 14h50 | 2:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h05 | 2:35 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h20 | 2:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 2:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h25 | 8:25 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 13h55 | 7:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h40 | 5:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h25 | 8:55 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 14h35 | 9:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 14h20 | 9:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h55 | 9:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 13h55 | 9:25 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Dresden run on average 20 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 389 miles (627 km) distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 389 miles (627 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Dresden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dresden trip today.
Major art museum in the Zwinger, famed for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and an outstanding collection of European paintings.
Historic treasury in Dresden Castle displaying royal jewels, goldsmith works, and courtly masterpieces of Saxony.
Leading museum for modern art and sculpture, with works from Romanticism to the present in a restored riverside building.
Reconstructed historic square around the Frauenkirche, lively and photogenic with major landmarks close together.
Long porcelain mural on Augustus Street depicting Saxon rulers, one of Dresden’s most photographed walk-through sights.
Popular walking area above the Elbe with classic skyline views and elegant historic surroundings.
Rich yeasted fruit bread with butter, raisins, candied citrus and powdered sugar. It is Dresden’s most famous specialty and traditionally protected by origin.
Classic Saxon sheet cake with a yeast or sponge base, creamy quark layer and fluffy egg-butter topping. It is especially associated with cafés in Dresden.
Saxon-style marinated pot roast, usually served with red cabbage and dumplings. It is a traditional festive dish in the region.
Well-known upscale Dresden restaurant recognized for refined modern cuisine, polished service and a fine-dining experience.
Long-running traditional restaurant in the Neustadt known for hearty Saxon dishes, rustic interiors and a cozy local atmosphere.
Historic vaulted restaurant near the Frauenkirche serving Saxon and German classics in a distinctive old-town setting.
Moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, tip about 5-10% for good service, usually by stating the total when paying.
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