How to travel from Bolzano to Dresden

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bolzano to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $108 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, while a train costs an average of $121.

Distance: 333 miles (537 km)

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$121

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$108

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$180

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8h 53m

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8h 23m

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12h 6m

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11h 36m

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7h 59m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bolzano to Dresden is a bus with an average price of $108.

This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Dresden:

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Dresden costing on average $121.

A bus is $718 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolzano to Dresden costing on average $826.

The fastest way to travel from Bolzano to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 53m.

Bus takes on average 12h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bolzano and Dresden including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bolzano to Dresden among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $121 compared to roughly $180 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59. The journey takes 8h 23m versus 7h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bolzano to Dresden

How to get from Bolzano to Dresden by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bolzano to Dresden is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 PM11h40
    Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    6:20 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 PM11h40
    Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    6:20 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH331 · LH68
    7:30 PM3h30
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    11:00 PMDresden Airport
    $4041One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
    6:34 PM12h00
    Bolzano/Bozen
    6:34 AMDresden Hbf
    $1241One-way
    2 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9721+Deutsche BahnRJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
    8:45 AM21h49
    Bolzano/Bozen
    6:34 AMDresden Hbf
    $1381One-way
    3 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 611+Deutsche BahnRJ 80 · ICE 904 · 16503
    11:51 AM18h43
    Bolzano/Bozen
    6:34 AMDresden Hbf
    $1411One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 PM13h50
    Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    10:35 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM12h56
    Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    12:55 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:50 AM13h50
    Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    8:40 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $781One-way
    2 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9721+LufthansaLH255 · LH68+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 2942
    8:45 AM14h15
    Bolzano/Bozen
    11:00 PMDresden Airport
    $3141One-way
    3 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8505 · FRECCIAROSSA 9700+LufthansaLH255 · LH68
    5:12 AM17h48
    Bolzano/Bozen
    11:00 PMDresden Airport
    $3191One-way
    4 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8505 · FRECCIAROSSA 9700+LufthansaLH2128+Air DolomitiLH9449
    5:12 AM14h03
    Bolzano/Bozen
    7:15 PMDresden Airport
    $3261One-way
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bolzano to Dresden

Travel to Dresden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bolzano to Dresden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bolzano and Dresden including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bolzano to Dresden is a train with an average price of $45.

This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Dresden:

A train is $63 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bolzano to Dresden costing on average $108.

A train is $780 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolzano to Dresden costing on average $826.

The fastest way to travel from Bolzano to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 6m.

Train takes on average 12h 38m.

The distance from Bolzano to Dresden is approximately 333 miles (537 km).
The average frequency per day from Bolzano to Dresden is:
  • Around 30 trains per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bolzano and Dresden as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bolzano to Dresden:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bolzano/Bozen and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bolzano to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Dresden by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Dresden by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bolzano to Dresden often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Berlin, Munich, Vienna, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dresden and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dresden to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dresden, you can explore the Zwinger Palace, an iconic Baroque complex with museums and art collections, and visit the Frauenkirche, a reconstructed Lutheran church offering panoramic city views from its dome. Experience performances at the Semper Opera House, renowned for its stunning architecture. Discover history at Dresden Castle, which houses museums and the famous Green Vault. Enjoy a walk along Brühl's Terrace, a scenic promenade along the Elbe River known as the Balcony of Europe.
A 2 to 3-day trip is ideal for exploring Dresden, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Zwinger Palace, Frauenkirche, and the Semper Opera House, as well as enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Elbe River.

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