How to travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Dresden to Ingolstadt

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Ingolstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a flight costs an average of $366.

Distance: 188 miles (303 km)

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$366

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$137

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$51

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$72

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3h 43m

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1h 43m

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4h 42m

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4h 12m

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5h 30m

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4h 9m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt is a bus with an average price of $51.

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

A bus is $85 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Ingolstadt costing on average $137.

A bus is $315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Ingolstadt costing on average $366.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Ingolstadt take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 42m.

Bus takes on average 6h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dresden and Ingolstadt including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Ingolstadt 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 $51 compared to roughly $72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20. The journey takes 5h 30m versus 4h 9m 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 Ingolstadt

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 AM5h30
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    8:45 AMIngolstadt, Nordbahnhof
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 AM5h30
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    8:45 AMIngolstadt, Nordbahnhof
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2125
    2:15 PM0h55
    Dresden Airport
    3:10 PMMunich Airport
    $1691One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2448 · ICE 1107
    7:22 PM4h34
    Dresden Hbf
    11:56 PMIngolstadt Hbf
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1552 · ICE 1105
    6:11 PM3h47
    Dresden Hbf
    9:58 PMIngolstadt Hbf
    $891One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn16528 · S5X · ICE 1605 · ICE 885
    6:12 PM4h51
    Dresden Hbf
    11:03 PMIngolstadt Hbf
    $941One-way
    3 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2129
    7:55 PM0h55
    Dresden Airport
    8:50 PMMunich Airport
    $2451One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH69 · LH96
    6:05 AM3h05
    Dresden Airport
    9:10 AMMunich Airport
    $3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2123
    9:35 AM0h55
    Dresden Airport
    10:30 AMMunich Airport
    $3331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt

Travel to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dresden and Ingolstadt including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt is a bus with an average price of $51.

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

A bus is $85 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dresden to Ingolstadt costing on average $137.

A bus is $315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Ingolstadt costing on average $366.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Ingolstadt take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 42m.

Bus takes on average 6h 0m.

The distance from Dresden to Ingolstadt is approximately 188 miles (303 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Ingolstadt is:
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Ingolstadt 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 Dresden to Ingolstadt:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Ingolstadt Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Ingolstadt, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Ingolstadt by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Ingolstadt by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dresden to Ingolstadt:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Ingolstadt often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Nuremberg, Berlin, Prague, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ingolstadt and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ingolstadt to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ingolstadt, you can explore the Audi Forum Ingolstadt, an interactive museum dedicated to Audi's history and innovation. Discover the historic Old Town with its charming streets and Bavarian architecture, and visit the German Museum of Medicine History for insights into medical history. Enjoy a boat tour on the Danube River, and attend a performance at the Ingolstadt Theater. Don't miss the Audi Museum Mobile, Ingolstadt Village for luxury shopping, the New Castle with its Bavarian Army Museum, the Asam Church of Maria de Victoria for its stunning fresco, and Klenzepark for a leisurely walk or picnic along the Danube.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Ingolstadt are sufficient to explore its main attractions such as the Audi Forum, Ingolstadt Village for shopping, and the historical sites like the New Castle and Asam Church.

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