How to travel from Dresden to Bolzano

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Bolzano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 326 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. 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 zł 326, while a flight costs an average of zł 2,598.

Distance: 333 miles (537 km)

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zł 366

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10h 44m

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Compare ways to travel from Dresden to Bolzano

Compare the available ways to get from Dresden to Bolzano, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is a bus with an average price of zł 326.

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

A bus is zł 40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average zł 366.

A bus is zł 2,273 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average zł 2,598.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 44m.

Bus takes on average 12h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dresden and Bolzano including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Bolzano 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 zł 366 compared to roughly zł 691 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł 326. The journey takes 10h 14m versus 8h 5m 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 Dresden to Bolzano

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn16508 · S5X · ICE 1505 · RJ 89
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn16508 · S5X · ICE 1505 · RJ 89
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2123+Air DolomitiLH9456
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1652 · ICE 1505 · RJ 89
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1652 · ICE 1505 · RJ 89+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8526
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1652 · ICE 1505 · RJ 89+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3760
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2125+Air DolomitiLH9460
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaAZ4699+ITAAZ437 · AZ1475
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaAZ4699+ITAAZ437 · AZ1467
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dresden to Bolzano

Travel to Bolzano 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 Dresden to Bolzano.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dresden and Bolzano including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is a bus with an average price of zł 326.

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

A bus is zł 40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average zł 366.

A bus is zł 2,273 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average zł 2,598.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 44m.

Bus takes on average 12h 16m.

The distance from Dresden to Bolzano is approximately 333 miles (537 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Bolzano is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Bolzano 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 Dresden to Bolzano:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Bolzano/Bozen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd).
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Bolzano, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bolzano by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, ITA, Swiss, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways to go to Bolzano by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bolzano by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Bolzano often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Innsbruck, Rome, Venice, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bolzano and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bolzano to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bolzano, you can experience Bolzano's Christmas Market for local crafts and traditional foods during the holiday season, take a scenic cable car ride to Renon for Dolomite views, and explore the local food scene on a guided culinary tour. Enjoy a walk along the Talvera River promenade and visit vineyards for wine tasting. Key sights include the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, Piazza Walther, Runkelstein Castle, Bolzano Cathedral, and the Messner Mountain Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Bolzano, allowing time to visit its main attractions such as the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, the medieval city center, and the surrounding Dolomite landscapes.

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