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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Erlangen Bahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Erlangen Bahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Erlangen Bahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Erlangen Bahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Erlangen to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Erlangen and Dresden?
Stops in Dresden
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Erlangen to Dresden by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Erlangen to Dresden?
The cheapest bus tickets from Erlangen to Dresden start from $55. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Erlangen to Dresden?
The average bus trip duration from Erlangen to Dresden is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 157 miles (252 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Erlangen to Dresden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Erlangen to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Erlangen to Dresden at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erlangen to Dresden?
A bus trip from Erlangen to Dresden generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Erlangen to Dresden was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Erlangen to Dresden, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $86 for a bus ticket from Erlangen to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Erlangen to Dresden?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
