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Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Leipzig will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Tue, Nov 10, we found 5 buses from Dresden to Leipzig, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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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Buses from Dresden to Leipzig run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Dresden to Leipzig.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Leipzig buses for today, Monday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus | 5:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 6:40 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 8:10 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h35 | 9:45 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h35 | 12:00 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 1:15 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 7:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1h30 | 9:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Immersive museum on Leipzig’s role in East Germany’s Peaceful Revolution. Essential for understanding 1989 and modern German democracy.
Bach’s former residence and museum, presenting manuscripts, instruments, and Leipzig’s central role in his life and work.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades, and markets. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Major city square with dramatic architecture, fountains, opera, and concert hall. Best for urban views and Leipzig’s cultural heart.
Former cotton mill transformed into one of Europe’s notable art districts. Explore galleries, studios, and Leipzig’s influential contemporary scene.
Leipzig’s signature mixed vegetable dish with peas, carrots, asparagus and morel mushrooms, often enriched with crayfish butter. A classic Saxon specialty.
A clear broth with small semolina dumplings. This simple soup is a long-standing Saxon home-style favorite served in Leipzig and the region.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often made with root vegetables and marjoram, sometimes served with sausage. A comforting everyday dish in the region.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Rosental with modern tasting menus, refined service and a tranquil setting in a historic building.
Well-known restaurant and inn by the monument, popular for hearty Saxon food and local beer in a warm, traditional setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted cellar linked to Goethe and Leipzig tradition.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Most Dresden to Leipzig buses use the Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) to Leipzig, Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe). Use this guide to compare Dresden and Leipzig bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station), Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km), Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
Available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Elevators, ramps.
Dresden, Bf Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bf Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack options available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt.
Available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Leipzig, Hbf is 1 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig, Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available within the station.
Free WiFi available at the station. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig, Hbf.
Available at Leipzig, Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig, Hbf: Wheelchair accessible pathways and facilities available.
Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) is 6 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe). ATMs are available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe).
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe).
Available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe): Bus stop is accessible for disabled people.
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