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How to get from Essen to Dresden?

Planning to travel to Essen from Dresden and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Essen to Dresden, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Essen and Dresden, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, EuroBahn, ADAC PostBus or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Essen to Dresden, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Dresden trip.

For your trip from Essen to Dresden, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Essen to Dresden

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Dresden, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Dresden train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Essen Dresden train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Essen Dresden

Carpooling from Essen to Dresden is perfect if you want to travel to Dresden in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Essen or Dresden.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Essen to Dresden transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Essen Dresden Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Dresden
Germany
Saxony
Distance
292 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling, train and bus
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Plan your trip from Essen to Dresden easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Dresden easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Essen and Dresden that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, EuroBahn, ADAC PostBus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Dresden with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Dresden

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Dresden?
Comfort Trains between Essen and Dresden generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Speed Essen to Dresden trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Essen Dresden train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Essen Dresden train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Dresden?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Essen and Dresden, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Price The price of bus tickets from Essen to Dresden are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Dresden (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Essen-Dresden buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Dresden are mostly much slower than trains to Dresden to cover the 292 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Essen to Dresden?
Economical A carpool from Essen to Dresden is often the most economical way to travel.
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Dresden is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Essen and Dresden can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Dresden?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

Essen
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Essen
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Departure stations in Essen

Essen Hbf
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Essen West
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Bergeborbeck
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Essen-Dellwig
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen-Kray Nord
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Essen-Zollverein Nord
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Dresden arrival bus stations

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Dresden central station
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Dresden, Schlesischer Platz
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Dresden Arrival Stations

Dresden Hbf
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Dresden-Neustadt
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Bus Essen Dresden

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Essen-Dresden varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Essen-Dresden bus prices on Vivanoda.

Most buses between Essen and Dresden are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The frequency of departures to Essen from Dresden varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Dresden, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Buses between Essen and Dresden usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Essen Dresden

ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
Hellö
Hellö
Blablabus
Blablabus
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Trains Essen Dresden

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Essen to Dresden. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Essen to Dresden at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Dresden. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Essen and Dresden.

Train tickets from Essen to Dresden can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies between Essen and Dresden

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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Carpool Essen Dresden

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Dresden also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Essen to Dresden depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Essen-Dresden, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Essen and Dresden, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the trip. It is recommended that you book your ride in advance to guarantee your trip.

Carpooling platform Essen Dresden

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