Route guide

Amsterdam → Dresden

626 km · Netherlands to Germany · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €25+ by bus

How to travel from Amsterdam to Dresden

There are 4 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Dresden — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€53–153

Duration: 5h 13m

via ICE International, IC Berlin

~9.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€25–64

Duration: 8h 56m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~18 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€60–195

Duration: 3h 20m

via Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, Lufthansa

~98 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€75–138

Duration: 6h 57m

~106 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Amsterdam and Dresden highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 626 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Netherlands into Germany. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Amsterdam to Dresden — every option in detail

Amsterdam to Dresden by train

Trains link Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Dresden (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 5h 13m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include ICE International, IC Berlin.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €53 to €153. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 9.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 98 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~89 kg on this distance.

Amsterdam to Dresden by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Amsterdam and Dresden with a typical journey of 8h 56m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €25 when booked in advance, rising to €64 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Amsterdam to Dresden by flight

Flights between Amsterdam and Dresden take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 20m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, Lufthansa.

Typical fare range is €60–195. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 98 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Amsterdam to Dresden by car

The driving distance from Amsterdam to Dresden is approximately 719 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 6h 57m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €75–138 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Netherlands–Germany border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 106 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Amsterdam and Dresden is approximately 626 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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