How to get from Dresden to Vienna
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Dresden to Vienna. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 368 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €25, on Sun, Sep 6.
368 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €240Checked Sep 9 | 2h 50m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €24Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 7hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€240Checked Sep 92h 50m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€24Omio catalogue, Sep 97h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Dresden to Vienna: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Dresden → Munichflight
Lufthansa·55m - 2Munich → ViennaflightLufthansa·1h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Dresden to Vienna
FlixBus runs 48 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:10 and the last at 23:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 48 | 00:10 | 23:30 |
| ArdaTurbus | 1 | 14:20 | 14:20 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Lufthansa, ArdaTur; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Dresden to Vienna works
Start with a Lufthansa flight from Dresden to Vienna, connecting in Munich, about 2h 50m. In total it's roughly €240 over 2h 50m, 1 transfer.
Dresden to Vienna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Dresden to Vienna?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Vienna from Dresden?
About 368 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Dresden to Vienna cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €240. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Dresden to Vienna?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 2h 50m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Dresden to Vienna?
About 2h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Dresden and Vienna?
Dresden is DRS and Vienna is VIE, so this route is usually written DRS to VIE.
Which operators run Dresden to Vienna?
On this route you travel with Lufthansa, ArdaTur.
Can you get from Dresden to Vienna without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 5h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Vienna?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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