How to travel from London to Dresden

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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, while a train costs an average of $350.

Distance: 599 miles (964 km)

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$106

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$350

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4h 19m

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21h 30m

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12h 51m

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2.9 - 5.8kg

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from London to Dresden

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 PM24h05
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:35 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $971One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 PM24h05
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:35 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $971One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 147
    7:15 AM1h45
    London Stansted Airport
    10:00 AMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $1971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 PM26h35
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:05 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit
    $981One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM27h35
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    2:35 AMDresden, Neustadt Exit
    $1061One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 AM22h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    9:00 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • BuzzFR 1374
    11:05 AM1h50
    London Stansted Airport
    1:55 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport
    $1191One-way
    0 transfers
  • BuzzFR 1013
    8:30 AM1h50
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport
    $1531One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU28629+Deutsche BahnIC 2177
    6:40 AM6h48
    London Gatwick Airport
    2:28 PMDresden Hbf
    $1791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from London 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 London to Dresden.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Dresden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Dresden is a bus with an average price of $105 (€86).

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

A bus is $1 (€0.95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Dresden costing on average $106 (€87).

A bus is $245 (€199) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Dresden costing on average $350 (€285).

The fastest way to travel from London to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 51m.

Bus takes on average 21h 30m.

The distance from London to Dresden is approximately 599 miles (964 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Dresden is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London 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 London to Dresden:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Dresden by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Ryanair, Buzz, Malta Air, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, KLM to go to Dresden by flight.
  • Travel with Alibus, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar to go to Dresden by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Dresden:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Buzz, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from London to Dresden often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Berlin, Munich, Vienna, Paris. 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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