How to travel from Bremen to Dresden

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bremen to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, while a flight costs an average of €477.

Distance: 251 miles (405 km)

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€477

Average price

€87

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€45

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€71

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4h 45m

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2h 45m

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5h 31m

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5h 1m

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30m

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8h 26m

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7h 56m

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5h 4m

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1.2 - 2.4kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Dresden is a bus with an average price of €45.

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

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Dresden costing on average €87.

A bus is €432 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Dresden costing on average €477.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 31m.

Bus takes on average 8h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bremen and Dresden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen to Dresden among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 19m sooner (2h 45m by flight vs 5h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €477 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bremen to Dresden

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM8h10
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    4:50 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    €301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM8h10
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    4:50 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    €301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 200 · RJ 179
    4:17 PM4h50
    Bremen Hbf
    9:07 PMDresden Hbf
    €801One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1675 · IC 2045
    5:15 PM5h24
    Bremen Hbf
    10:39 PMDresden Hbf
    €341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1671 · IC 2049
    1:15 PM5h23
    Bremen Hbf
    6:38 PMDresden Hbf
    €561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 204 · RJ 177
    12:17 PM4h50
    Bremen Hbf
    5:07 PMDresden Hbf
    €901One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 PM9h15
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    2:35 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit
    €321One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 PM9h30
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    2:50 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    €321One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:55 AM9h45
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    1:40 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    €321One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2193 · LH2128
    1:50 PM5h20
    Bremen Airport
    7:10 PMDresden Airport
    €2411One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2195 · LH117 · LH68
    4:40 PM6h30
    Bremen Airport
    11:10 PMDresden Airport
    €3391One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2193 · LH117 · LH68
    1:50 PM9h20
    Bremen Airport
    11:10 PMDresden Airport
    €4151One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bremen 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 Bremen to Dresden.

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

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

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Dresden costing on average €87.

A bus is €432 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Dresden costing on average €477.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 31m.

Bus takes on average 8h 26m.

The distance from Bremen to Dresden is approximately 251 miles (405 km).
The average frequency per day from Bremen to Dresden is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bremen to Dresden:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bremen Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bremen Hbf and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bremen to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain to go to Dresden by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Dresden by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Dresden by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bremen to Dresden:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bremen to Dresden often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Munich. 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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