How to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Gothenburg to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $98 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $98, while a flight costs an average of $602.

Distance: 465 miles (749 km)

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$113

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$602

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$98

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16h 52m

Average total duration

16h 22m

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14h 3m

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13h 33m

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0.7 - 1.9kg

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2.2 - 4.5kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is a train with an average price of $98 (€82).

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

A train is $15 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average $113 (€95).

A train is $505 (€422) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average $602 (€504).

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 3m.

Bus takes on average 16h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Dresden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Gothenburg to Dresden among Omio's users.

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from Gothenburg to Dresden

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 PM18h40
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:45 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $851One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 PM18h40
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    10:45 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $851One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH821 · LH62
    6:05 AM3h50
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    9:55 AMDresden Airport
    $2671One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Snälltåget31 Snälltåget · 301 Snälltåget+Västtrafik13224 Västtrafik
    6:30 PM15h39
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    10:09 AMDresden Hbf
    $1131One-way
    2 transfers
  • Snälltåget31 Snälltåget · 301 Snälltåget+Västtrafik11 Västtrafik
    6:26 PM15h43
    Gothenburg
    10:09 AMDresden Hbf
    $1131One-way
    2 transfers
  • SJ493 SJ+Snälltåget301 Snälltåget+Skånetrafiken1785 Skånetrafiken
    6:39 PM15h30
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    10:09 AMDresden Hbf
    $1181One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:00 PM20h45
    Gothenburg, Korsvägen
    10:45 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $861One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:40 AM19h00
    Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
    9:40 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 PM19h20
    Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen
    11:25 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit
    $881One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2433 · LH2124
    6:00 AM8h30
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    2:30 PMDresden Airport
    $2131One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2433 · LH2128
    6:00 AM13h10
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    7:10 PMDresden Airport
    $2131One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH819 · LH68
    6:55 PM3h55
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    10:50 PMDresden Airport
    $2231One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gothenburg to Dresden

Travel to Dresden 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 Gothenburg to Dresden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Gothenburg and Dresden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is a train with an average price of $98 (€82).

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

A train is $15 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average $113 (€95).

A train is $505 (€422) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Dresden costing on average $602 (€504).

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 3m.

Bus takes on average 16h 52m.

The distance from Gothenburg to Dresden is approximately 465 miles (749 km).
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Dresden is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg and Dresden 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 Gothenburg to Dresden:
  • Flights mostly depart from Göteborg-Landvetter Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gothenburg Centralstation and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Dresden by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Comati PSG to go to Dresden by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Ryanair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Dresden by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gothenburg to Dresden with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Infobus, Comati PSG.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg to Dresden often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dresden and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dresden to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dresden, you can explore the Zwinger Palace, an iconic Baroque complex with museums and art collections, and visit the Frauenkirche, a reconstructed Lutheran church offering panoramic city views from its dome. Experience performances at the Semper Opera House, renowned for its stunning architecture. Discover history at Dresden Castle, which houses museums and the famous Green Vault. Enjoy a walk along Brühl's Terrace, a scenic promenade along the Elbe River known as the Balcony of Europe.
A 2 to 3-day trip is ideal for exploring Dresden, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Zwinger Palace, Frauenkirche, and the Semper Opera House, as well as enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Elbe River.
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