How to get from Dresden to Essen

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What is the best way to travel from Dresden to Essen?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Essen from Dresden. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 40m
$36
$49
4
Train
5h 38m
$23
$60
52
Flight
1h 10m
$90
$400
17

What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Dresden?

You can get to Essen with just $23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $34
Friday
from $48
Saturday
from $247
Sunday
from $43
Monday
from $346
Tuesday
from $128
Wednesday
from $23

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 54m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 38m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    6:58 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 14m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $56
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    6:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Eurowings
    1h 10m
    0
    8:40 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $202
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    17h 45m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    8:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $345
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    25h 10m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    4:20 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $424

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    8h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    4:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    6:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $65
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 21m
    0
    7:53 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $78
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 14m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $78
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 2m
    0
    8:12 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $93
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Sunexpress
    23h 45m
    0
    11:50 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    11:35 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $304
  • Lufthansa
    28h 40m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    10:45 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $362
  • Lufthansa
    10h 15m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    4:20 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $381

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Corendon Airlines
    17h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    10:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Corendon Airlines
    Economy
    from $247
  • Corendon Airlines
    18h 15m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    11:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Corendon Airlines
    Economy
    from $256
  • Corendon Airlines
    17h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    10:55 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Corendon Airlines
    Economy
    from $268

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    4:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    6:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    1h 10m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    3:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $90
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    6h 30m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    5:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $223
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    14h 10m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    8:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $347

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Lufthansa CityLine
    32h 35m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    5:55 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $346
  • Sunexpress
    24h 5m
    0
    11:50 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    11:55 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $386
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    2h 50m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    12:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $407

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    17h 10m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    10:45 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $128
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    16h 15m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:50 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $133
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    3h 45m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    8:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $426

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 14m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 45m
    0
    6:17 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    3:02 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 38m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    6:58 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45

What are the fastest trips from Dresden to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Dresden in just 1h 10m with a Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 10m
Friday
from 7h 40m
Saturday
from 3h 55m
Sunday
from 1h 10m
Monday
from 2h 50m
Tuesday
from 3h 45m
Wednesday
from 5h 38m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Eurowings
    1h 10m
    0
    8:40 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $202
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    2h 35m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    1:35 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $505
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    3h 45m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    8:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $625
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    6:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 54m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 14m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 38m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    6:58 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $34

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    6:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $65
  • FlixBus
    8h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    4:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 54m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $93
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 2m
    0
    8:12 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $93
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 14m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $78
  • Fastest Flights Friday

  • Lufthansa
    10h 15m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    4:20 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $381
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    17h 35m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $556
  • Sunexpress
    23h 45m
    0
    11:50 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    11:35 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $304

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    3h 55m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $479
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    6h 15m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    10:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $426
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    6h 55m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    6:05 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $454

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    1h 10m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    3:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $90
  • Lufthansa
    3h 50m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $371
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 55m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    4:35 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $364
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 40m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    5:00 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    6:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    8h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Dresden
    Train Station
    4:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Lufthansa CityLine
    2h 50m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    12:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $407
  • Lufthansa
    3h 50m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $463
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    5h 45m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    6:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $494

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Lufthansa CityLine
    3h 45m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    8:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $426
  • Lufthansa
    3h 50m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    9:55 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $483
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    5h 30m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Dresden Airport
    Dresden Airport Train Station
    3:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $442

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 38m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    10:38 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $54
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 45m
    0
    6:17 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    3:02 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 14m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Dresden
    Neustadt Train Station
    5:14 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $23
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dresden to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Dresden and Essen?

In Dresden, you will usually depart from Train Station, Neustadt Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Essen you will be arriving at Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Essen from Dresden? With 10 connections between 2 Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dresden and Essen, you can pay as low as $23 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo: you will get to Essen in just 1h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dresden and Essen are Deutsche Bahn, Lufthansa CityLine and Lufthansa, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dresden and Essen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Freital or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from Dresden Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dresden to Essen?

The most popular companies between Dresden and Essen, are Deutsche Bahn, Lufthansa CityLine and Lufthansa. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Lufthansa CityLine, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Dresden to Essen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dresden to Essen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dresden to Essen

How can I reach Essen from Dresden?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Train, Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Essen from Dresden.

How far is Essen from Dresden?

The distance between Dresden and Essen is 292.2 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dresden and Essen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 80 kgs, and a flight 116 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dresden to Essen?

You can get to Essen with just $23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Dresden to Essen?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Essen in just 1h 10m with a Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo.

More routes to Dresden and to Essen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dresden and to Essen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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