How far is Dresden from Karlsruhe by coach?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Dresden by coach is approximately 277 miles (446 km).

Is there a way to reach Dresden from Karlsruhe without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Karlsruhe to Dresden from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Karlsruhe to Dresden on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	8h 20m	20:40	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	20:05	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	9h 55m	06:00	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	21:00	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	10h 25m	07:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	23:30	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	11h 30m	11:00	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	12h 30m	12:25	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Dresden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5h 20mAverage duration

276 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£26 - £63	Average duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £213	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £46	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,341 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11341 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £26

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Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Dresden?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

B - Hbf

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden

How far is Dresden from Karlsruhe by coach?
The distance between Karlsruhe and Dresden by coach is approximately 277 miles (446 km).
Is there a way to reach Dresden from Karlsruhe without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Dresden as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £28 to £34 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-18.

What's the cheapest way to go from Karlsruhe to Dresden?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time10h 55m	Avg price£32	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 40m	Avg price£79	Daily departures11
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 20m	Avg price£36	Daily departures5