The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Vienna
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
369 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Vienna will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 26 buses that leave Dresden for Vienna on Sun, Apr 12, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 12 the direct buses cover the 369 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Sun, Apr 12 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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.
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna)11:35 AM8h05Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf)7:40 PMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz$561One-way1 transfer
FlixBus2:20 AM6h10Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)8:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz$571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 AM5h50Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:20 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 AM6h10Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)9:10 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$591One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:50 PM6h15Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)10:05 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$591One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 AM5h50Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:20 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:50 PM6h09Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)11:59 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$611One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:20 AM6h10Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)8:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz$571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 AM6h10Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)9:10 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$591One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 AM6h10Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:00 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $165.
Distance: 229 miles (369 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $520 Average price |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Dresden to Vienna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 6h09 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Live departures
Dresden to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Vienna buses for today, Saturday, April 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h09 | 9:59 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) · (Cracow -> Vienna) | 5:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 10h35 | 4:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 7:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 14h05 | 9:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h25 | 6:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 7h25 | 5:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 5h50 | 4:20 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h10 | 6:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h10 | 7:10 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h20 | 12:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h40 | 4:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h55 | 2:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h25 | 1:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h20 | 6:10 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h10 | 4:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h25 | 2:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h05 | 6:00 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 9:35 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 8h05 | 5:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h10 | 4:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h20 | 6:10 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h10 | 4:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h25 | 5:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 11:35 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 8h55 | 8:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h20 | 6:10 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h15 | 8:05 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h15 | 8:05 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h09 | 9:59 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Vienna
Buses from Dresden to Vienna run on average 23 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 229 miles (369 km) distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 229 miles (369 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 9m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, ArdaTur, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International from Dresden to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Vienna with FlixBus, ArdaTur, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dresden to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Vienna by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former imperial summer residence with extensive gardens
- St. Stephen's Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece and iconic symbol of Vienna with a stunning rooftop view
- Belvedere Palace, a baroque architectural complex housing an impressive art collection including works by Klimt
- Hofburg Palace, the former imperial palace now serving as the official residence of the Austrian President and home to several museums
- Vienna State Opera, a world-renowned opera house offering a rich program of classical performances.
- Prater, a large public park featuring the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel and various amusement rides
- Naschmarkt, Vienna's most popular market offering a wide variety of international foods and local specialties
- Danube River Cruise, providing scenic views of Vienna's skyline and surrounding landscapes
- Spanish Riding School, showcasing the classical art of haute école equestrian performances
- Vienna Woods, offering hiking trails and natural beauty just outside the city.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- ArdaTur
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Vienna
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
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