How to travel from Regensburg to Dresden

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Regensburg to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Regensburg to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, while a flight costs an average of €299.

Distance: 158 miles (255 km)

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€299

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€108

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€46

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€50

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3h 49m

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1h 49m

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5h 19m

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5h 58m

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5h 28m

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3h 38m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.6kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Dresden is a bus with an average price of €46.

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

A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Dresden costing on average €108.

A bus is €253 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Dresden costing on average €299.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 49m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Regensburg and Dresden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Regensburg to Dresden among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €108 compared to roughly €50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-57.88. The journey takes 4h 49m versus 3h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Regensburg to Dresden

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    11:05 AM5h00
    Regensburg
    4:05 PMDresden
    €211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:05 AM5h00
    Regensburg
    4:05 PMDresden
    €211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:05 AM5h00
    Regensburg
    4:05 PMDresden
    €211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:55 PM7h10
    Regensburg
    12:05 AMDresden
    €381One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:50 AM7h05
    Regensburg
    2:55 PMDresden
    €401One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Dresden.

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There are 3 options to travel between Regensburg and Dresden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Dresden is a bus with an average price of €46.

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

A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Dresden costing on average €108.

A bus is €253 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Dresden costing on average €299.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Dresden is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 49m.

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 58m.

The distance from Regensburg to Dresden is approximately 158 miles (255 km).
The average frequency per day from Regensburg to Dresden is:
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Dresden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Regensburg Hbf and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Regensburg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Regensburg to Dresden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti to go to Dresden by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Dresden by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Dresden by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Regensburg to Dresden with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Regensburg 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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