How to get from Dresden to Munich by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Dresden to Munich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 223 miles (359 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus, flight or train | |
Ticket price range | $46 - $275 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $46 (€40) • 6 h 15 min | |
Fastest mode | Flight • $275 (€237) • 3 h 10 min | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus, Lufthansa or Deutsche Bahn with connection |
Take a bus, flight or train to travel 223 miles (359 km) between Dresden and Munich. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 3 h 10 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $46 (€40). The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus, Lufthansa or Deutsche Bahn with connection among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Dresden to Munich.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $29 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Dresden to Munich. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French travel company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.
Eurowings is Germany's leading low-cost airline and offers a choice of Smart, Best and BIZclass fares for your next travel to Munich from Dresden.
There are 3 travel options between Dresden and Munich. You can take a bus, flight or train.
The cheapest way to travel between Dresden and Munich is a bus with an average price of $46 (€40).
This is compared to other travel options from Dresden to Munich:
Taking a bus costs $229 (€197) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $275 (€237) for the same trip.
Taking a bus costs $5 (€4) less than taking a train, which costs on average $51 (€44) for the same trip.
The fastest way from Dresden to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 3 h 10 min.
There are alternative travel options to Munich that take longer:
Bus takes 6 h 15 min on average.
Train takes on average 6 h 23 min.
The distance from Dresden to Munich is approximately 223 miles (359 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Munich is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Munich from Dresden as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dresden to Munich:
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Yes, there are direct routes from Dresden to Munich with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Munich tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.
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