- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.










Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
20h 40m
Average duration
24h 31m
Buses per day
11
Distance
241 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, and a train costs an average of $183.
Distance: 635 miles (1023 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$114 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price | $192 Average price | $364 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 42m Average total duration 21h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 58m Average total duration 21h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.1 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Rome:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Rome costing on average $158 (€130).
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Rome costing on average $192 (€158).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 12m.
Train takes on average 21h 28m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 28h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Rome buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 25h50 | 1:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 27h35 | 3:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 23h25 | 12:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 20h40 | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 23h30 | 1:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 28h10 | 9:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 23h20 | 5:50 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 22h55 | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 27h30 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 24h45 | 8:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 22h00 | 9:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 27h35 | 7:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 27h30 | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 23h15 | 7:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Dresden to Rome run on average 14 times per day, taking around 21h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 635 miles (1023 km) distance in 20h 40m.
Distance 635 miles (1023 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 20h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and major paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is essential due to limited capacity.
The city's historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, known for classical sculpture, ancient Roman art, and excellent views over the Forum.
A lively Baroque square with monumental fountains, elegant facades, and one of the most recognizable urban spaces in Rome.
A famous stairway and gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinita dei Monti, especially popular for photos and central city strolls.
A beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and lively Roman atmosphere, ideal for wandering day or night.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano, black pepper, and pasta water. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is famously made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, pecorino Romano, and chili. Though linked to Amatrice, it is deeply rooted in Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury fine-dining restaurant, famous for panoramic views, elegant service, and sophisticated Italian cuisine.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon serving refined Roman classics with strong local identity. Well known for seasonal specialties and pasta.
A celebrated central Rome dining room known for Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list. Lively, polished, and very popular.
Moderate for Western Europe. Sights and central hotels cost more, but food, coffee, and transit can be good value.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants for good service, not obligatory. Round up taxis.
Official public transport app
Rome, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola, Rome -> Rome Termini
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Most Dresden to Rome buses use the Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Dresden and Rome 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.
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