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Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 8 buses that leave Prague Vaclav Havel Airport for Dresden on Thu, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 111 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin)
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden costing on average $30 (€25).
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 50m 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, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, City Lines.
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 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 12:30 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 4h55 | 5:25 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 3:30 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 3h25 | 6:55 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 4h40 | 8:10 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Cheb -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 9:30 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 10h55 | 8:25 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:10 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1h55 | 2:05 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 5h05 | 12:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 8:30 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 3h55 | 12:25 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
(Karlovy Vary -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 10:30 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 3h55 | 2:25 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Dresden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 11:10 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.
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Major Old Masters gallery with Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and superb European painting in the restored Zwinger complex.
Important porcelain collection presenting Asian and Meissen works. A concise stop for design, craftsmanship, and court luxury.
Baroque palace courtyard framed by Semperoper, Zwinger, and cathedral. It is Dresden’s ceremonial heart and a classic first stop.
Historic square around Frauenkirche with museums, terraces, and cafés nearby. A key base for exploring Dresden’s rebuilt center.
Open riverside meadows along the Elbe with superb skyline views. Ideal for picnics, cycling, and classic postcard panoramas.
A rich layered sheet cake baked on a spit with butter, eggs and marzipan. It is a classic Saxon festive specialty strongly associated with Dresden.
Dresden’s famous fruit bread made with raisins, candied peel, butter and icing sugar. Protected as Original Dresdner Christstollen and central to Christmas tradition.
Small fried dough pastries, often filled with fruit jam and dusted with sugar. A traditional Saxon sweet commonly enjoyed at fairs and festive times.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant with modern tasting menus and polished service, suited for a special culinary evening in Dresden.
Historic vaulted restaurant serving Saxon classics and local beer in a grand old-town setting near the Frauenkirche.
Traditional brewery pub pouring unfiltered house beer with hearty Saxon dishes. Lively, casual atmosphere in the historic centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals, and transit are usually a bit cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but central tourist areas cost more.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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