- Must visit
Old Masters Picture Gallery
Major art museum in the Zwinger, famed for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and an outstanding collection of European master paintings.
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
14 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 58 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
850 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Dresden will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 13 buses that leave Paris for Dresden on Wed, May 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 850 km distance in an average of 15 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 50 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 17 h 25 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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(Paris -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 528 miles (850 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price | $640 Average price | $248 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 44m Average total duration 15h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 26m Average total duration 10h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.1kg 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 Paris to Dresden:
A bus is $130 (€105) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Dresden costing on average $215 (€173).
A bus is $555 (€448) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Dresden costing on average $640 (€517).
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 56m.
Bus takes on average 15h 14m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $248 (€200) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $163 (€131). The journey takes 15h 14m versus 10h 42m 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 12:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 11:06PM | Duration 18h56 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixTrain | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Dresden buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h10 | 6:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h05 | 11:20 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h15 | 1:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h00 | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h10 | 11:20 AM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h00 | 1:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 15h35 | 12:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h00 | 5:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h50 | 12:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h40 | 4:35 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 21h25 | 7:25 PM Dresden, Neustadt Exit | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h45 | 9:00 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris to Dresden run on average 11 times per day, taking around 15h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 528 miles (850 km) distance in 14h 50m.
Distance 528 miles (850 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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 master paintings.
World-famous treasury in Dresden Castle displaying exquisite jewels, goldsmith works, and court treasures of the Saxon rulers.
Leading museum for modern art and sculpture, with works from Romanticism to the present in a refined riverside setting.
Reconstructed historic square around the Frauenkirche, lively and photogenic, with some of Dresden’s most iconic urban views.
Dresden’s traditional central square, important for city life, markets, and seasonal events such as the famous Striezelmarkt.
Historic bridge with superb old town skyline views, especially popular for sunrise, sunset, and riverfront photography.
Rich yeasted fruit bread with butter, raisins, candied citrus, and marzipan, protected as a Dresden specialty and especially famous during Advent.
Traditional Saxon sheet cake with layers of dough, quark filling, and a custardy egg-butter topping; one of Dresden’s best-known pastries.
Saxon-style marinated pot roast, often served with red cabbage and dumplings; a classic regional comfort dish found in traditional inns.
Established upscale seafood and fine-dining restaurant near the Frauenkirche, known for polished service and an elegant setting.
Well-known historic vaulted restaurant serving Saxon and German classics in a distinctive atmospheric cellar near the old town landmarks.
Popular Bavarian beer hall in central Dresden with hearty German dishes, Augustiner beer, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Prices are moderate by German standards. Museums and transit are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but small tips are expected. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service and hand it directly to staff.
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