How to travel from Dresden to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr504 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr504, while a flight costs an average of kr3841.

Distance: 408 miles (658 km)

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Driving

kr3841

Average price

kr1030

Average price

kr504

Average price

Cheapest

kr989

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 28m

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2h 0m

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9h 5m

Average total duration

8h 35m

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30m

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14h 0m

Average total duration

13h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 33m

Average total duration

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2.0 - 3.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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0.7 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Brussels Airlines

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Deutsche Bahn

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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 Brussels is a bus with an average price of kr504.

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

A bus is kr526 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Brussels costing on average kr1030.

A bus is kr3337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Brussels costing on average kr3841.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

Bus takes on average 14h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dresden and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Brussels 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 6h 5m sooner (2h 28m by flight vs 8h 33m by car). Tickets start at around kr3841 compared to roughly kr989 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 Dresden to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 69
    2:35 PM1h30
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    4:05 PMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    kr2201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 69
    2:35 PM1h30
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    4:05 PMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    kr2201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 69
    2:35 PM1h30
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    4:05 PMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    kr2201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1558 · ICE 10
    12:11 PM9h24
    Dresden Hbf
    9:35 PMBrussels-Midi
    kr4781One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2440 · ICE 599 · ICE 12
    11:22 AM8h13
    Dresden Hbf
    7:35 PMBrussels-Midi
    kr5571One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1654 · ICE 314
    6:11 AM9h24
    Dresden Hbf
    3:35 PMBrussels-Midi
    kr5571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:25 PM16h30
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    1:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    kr3701One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM16h10
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    12:25 PMBrussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin)
    kr4501One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 AM15h50
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    3:35 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    kr4701One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dresden to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Dresden and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Brussels is a bus with an average price of kr504.

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

A bus is kr526 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Brussels costing on average kr1030.

A bus is kr3337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Brussels costing on average kr3841.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

Bus takes on average 14h 0m.

The distance from Dresden to Brussels is approximately 408 miles (658 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Brussels is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Brussels 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 Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, ITA, Brussels Airlines, Buzz, Ryanair to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with Alibus, Deutsche Bahn to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Brussels by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dresden to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Buzz, Ryanair.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Alibus.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.

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