How to travel from Zaventem to Dresden

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Compare train and bus for Zaventem to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €78 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 train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, while a flight costs an average of €516.

Distance: 403 miles (649 km)

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Driving

€155

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€516

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€78

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Cheapest

€122

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 23m

Average total duration

8h 53m

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30m

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4h 19m

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2h 19m

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17h 27m

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16h 57m

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7h 18m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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1.9 - 3.9kg

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Dresden is a bus with an average price of €78.

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

A bus is €77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Dresden costing on average €155.

A bus is €438 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaventem to Dresden costing on average €516.

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

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 23m.

Bus takes on average 17h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zaventem and Dresden including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zaventem 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 €155 compared to roughly €122 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-32.71. The journey takes 8h 53m versus 7h 18m 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 Zaventem to Dresden

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
    8:07 AM9h36
    Zaventem
    5:43 PMDresden
    1391One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
    8:07 AM9h36
    Zaventem
    5:43 PMDresden
    1391One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
    8:07 AM9h36
    Zaventem
    5:43 PMDresden
    1391One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
    10:07 AM9h38
    Zaventem
    7:45 PMDresden
    1391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
    5:48 AM9h55
    Zaventem
    3:43 PMDresden
    1391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
    12:07 PM10h32
    Zaventem
    10:39 PMDresden
    1391One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zaventem 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 Zaventem to Dresden.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zaventem and Dresden including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Dresden is a bus with an average price of €78.

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

A bus is €77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Dresden costing on average €155.

A bus is €438 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaventem to Dresden costing on average €516.

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

Other travel options to Dresden take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 23m.

Bus takes on average 17h 27m.

The distance from Zaventem to Dresden is approximately 403 miles (649 km).
The average frequency per day from Zaventem to Dresden is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zaventem to Dresden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels National Airport and arrive in Dresden Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) and arrive in Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Dresden Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zaventem 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 Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Ryanair to go to Dresden by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Dresden by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zaventem to Dresden:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Zaventem 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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