Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Karlsruhe Hbf | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
| Südseite Hauptbahnhof | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Karlsruhe Hbf | Neustadt | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Dresden
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Dresden?
Stops in Karlsruhe
- AHinterm Hauptbahnhof 6, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- BBahnhofpl. 1A, 76137 Karlsruhe, Germany
- CGoethestraße 17-19, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany
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Karlsruhe
Gartenstraße 58, 76135 Karlsruhe, Germany - E
Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport
Quebec Avenue, 77836 Rheinmünster, Germany
Stops in Dresden
Compare bus companies
Based on 11633 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £27
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Dresden?
The cheapest coach tickets from Karlsruhe to Dresden start from £27. The average price for this route is around £39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Karlsruhe to Dresden?
The average bus journey time from Karlsruhe to Dresden is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 276 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Karlsruhe to Dresden route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Karlsruhe to Dresden?
The earliest bus departs from Karlsruhe to Dresden at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Karlsruhe to Dresden?
A bus journey from Karlsruhe to Dresden produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended 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 Karlsruhe to Dresden was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £29To 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 £29 to £110 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 £38, which is on 2025-12-18.
