How to travel from Dresden to Rome

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Compare bus and flight for Dresden to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $141 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $141, while a flight costs an average of $537.

Distance: 635 miles (1023 km)

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$537

Average price

$141

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$359

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4h 48m

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21h 55m

Average total duration

21h 25m

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14h 48m

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3.1 - 6.1kg

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1.0 - 2.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Rome is a bus with an average price of $141.

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

A bus is $396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Rome costing on average $537.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dresden and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Dresden to Rome 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 12h 0m sooner (2h 48m by flight vs 14h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $537 compared to roughly $359 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 Rome

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Malta AirFR 8472
    6:40 PM1h50
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    8:30 PMRome Ciampino Airport
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 8472
    6:40 PM1h50
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    8:30 PMRome Ciampino Airport
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 8472
    6:40 PM1h50
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    8:30 PMRome Ciampino Airport
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 PM23h30
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    1:20 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $1151One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM23h35
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    6:05 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    $1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM22h55
    Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    5:25 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW9043 · EW9886
    12:00 PM7h20
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    7:20 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Malta AirFR 8412
    8:20 AM1h50
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    10:10 AMRome Ciampino Airport
    $2151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 40
    9:20 AM2h10
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    11:30 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2181One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Dresden to Rome

Travel to Rome 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 Rome.

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There are 2 options to travel between Dresden and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dresden to Rome is a bus with an average price of $141.

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

A bus is $396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dresden to Rome costing on average $537.

The fastest way to travel from Dresden to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 55m.

The distance from Dresden to Rome is approximately 635 miles (1023 km).
The average frequency per day from Dresden to Rome is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dresden and Rome as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dresden to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dresden Hbf and arrive in Rome Tiburtina.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dresden to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Lufthansa, Swiss, ITA, Ryanair, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Buzz, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Edelweiss Air to go to Rome by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rome by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dresden to Rome:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Dresden to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.
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