How to travel from Dresden to Bolzano

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Bolzano

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. 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 train costs an average of €79, while a flight costs an average of €544.

Distance: 333 miles (537 km)

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€544

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€79

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€147

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4h 39m

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11h 2m

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10h 32m

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12h 12m

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11h 42m

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8h 5m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is a train with an average price of €79.

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

A train is €0.15 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average €79.

A train is €465 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average €544.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 2m.

Bus takes on average 12h 12m.

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 bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Bolzano among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €79 compared to roughly €147 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €68. The journey takes 11h 42m versus 8h 5m 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.

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.

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from Dresden to Bolzano

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM12h10
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    6:40 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    781One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM12h10
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    6:40 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    781One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sky AlpsBQ1998
    8:45 PM1h30
    Dresden Airport
    10:15 PMBolzano Airport
    1791One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1558 · ICE 1009 · RJ 287 · RJX 187
    12:11 PM10h21
    Dresden Hbf
    10:32 PMBolzano/Bozen
    1781One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1558 · ICE 1009 · RJ 287 · REX 1829
    12:11 PM10h59
    Dresden Hbf
    11:10 PMBolzano/Bozen
    1781One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1654 · ICE 1003 · RJ 85
    6:11 AM9h16
    Dresden Hbf
    3:27 PMBolzano/Bozen
    2391One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM12h55
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    9:10 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    841One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:30 PM15h40
    Dresden, Bf Neustadt
    9:10 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:15 PM13h45
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    12:00 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    901One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2125+Air DolomitiLH9460
    2:15 PM8h15
    Dresden Airport
    10:30 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    5071One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH67 · LH332
    6:40 PM4h00
    Dresden Airport
    10:40 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    5151One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2123 · LH103 · LH328
    9:35 AM8h25
    Dresden Airport
    6:00 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    5811One-way
    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 train with an average price of €79.

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

A train is €0.15 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average €79.

A train is €465 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Bolzano costing on average €544.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Bolzano is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 2m.

Bus takes on average 12h 12m.

The distance from Dresden to Bolzano is approximately 333 miles (537 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Bolzano is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 8 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:
  • 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.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Bolzano/Bozen.
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 FlixBus to go to Bolzano by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, ITA, Air Dolomiti to go to Bolzano by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Bolzano often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Rome, Munich, Verona, Innsbruck. 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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