How to travel from Magdeburg to Dresden

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Compare bus and train for Magdeburg to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $9.

Distance: 116 miles (188 km)

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Driving

$36

Average price

$23

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$43

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 17m

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2h 47m

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30m

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3h 35m

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3h 5m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Magdeburg to Dresden is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

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

A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Dresden costing on average $36 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from Magdeburg to Dresden is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Magdeburg and Dresden including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Magdeburg to Dresden among Omio's users.

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from Magdeburg to Dresden

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 AM3h25
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    12:35 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 AM3h25
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    12:35 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2447
    8:01 AM2h37
    Magdeburg Hbf
    10:38 AMDresden Hbf
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2445
    10:01 AM2h37
    Magdeburg Hbf
    12:38 PMDresden Hbf
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · EC 135 · IC 2175
    9:29 AM2h59
    Magdeburg Hbf
    12:28 PMDresden Hbf
    $241One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · 16515
    9:29 AM3h05
    Magdeburg Hbf
    12:34 PMDresden Hbf
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 PM3h30
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    4:35 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM3h40
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    9:00 PMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM3h50
    Magdeburg, ZOB
    9:00 AMDresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg to Dresden.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Magdeburg and Dresden including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Magdeburg to Dresden is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

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

A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Dresden costing on average $36 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from Magdeburg to Dresden is by train with an average journey time of 2h 47m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 5m.

The distance from Magdeburg to Dresden is approximately 116 miles (188 km).
The average frequency per day from Magdeburg to Dresden is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Magdeburg to Dresden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Magdeburg Hbf and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Magdeburg, ZOB and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Magdeburg to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Dresden by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Dresden by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Magdeburg to Dresden with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Magdeburg 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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