Bus Tickets from Dresden to Essen

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Next departures to Essen

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: September 6 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Dresden
    Departure location: Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
    Arrival time: September 6 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Essen

Bus
Average PriceUS$36 - US$56Average Duration7h 50m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$23 - US$190Average Duration7h 1m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$29 - US$63Average Duration5h 30m
20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Dresden to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
US$29Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Dresden to Essen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 50m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure1:15am
Distance470 km
Latest bus departure10:15pm

Dresden to Essen Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Dresden to Essen, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Dresden - Essen

  1. How far is Dresden from Essen?

    It's about 471 km (292 miles) from Dresden to Essen.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Dresden to Essen?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Neustadt, in Dresden, and end it at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit, in Essen.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$24
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US$33
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Essen was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$36 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33 which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Dresden to Essen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Dresden to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Dresden to Essen that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Dresden to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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