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Dresden
↳ Warsawby bus.

Bus services from Dresden to Warsaw are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 623 km. By car that is roughly 6 h 45 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

623 km by road~6 h 45 min by carBorder crossing
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Dresden to Warsaw at a glance.

From
Dresden
To
Warsaw Warszawa
Road distance
About 623 km
Straight line
518 km
Car time, no stops
~6 h 45 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Germany → Poland. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Dresden

Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.

2

Arriving in Warsaw

Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.

  • Warszawa Zachodnia bus station · Dworzec PKS Warszawa Zachodnia
    South side of Zachodnia railway station.
  • Metro Młociny
    North of the city. FlixBus and other services.
Warsaw
Warsaw. Photo: Rhododendrites, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

Keep the essentials offline

Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.

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Good to know in Warsaw
  • Check which stop your operator uses.

KEEP GOING

From Warsaw, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Dresden from Warsaw by road?+

About 623 km by road (518 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Dresden to Warsaw take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Dresden?+

It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Warsaw to Dresden?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Warsaw to Dresden as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Dresden arrive in Warsaw?+

It depends on the operator. In Warsaw, services use Warszawa Zachodnia bus station, Metro Młociny. Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Warsaw?+

Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.

What kind of bus runs from Dresden to Warsaw?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Dresden to Warsaw bus online?+

Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.

Where can I go next from Warsaw by bus?+

Direct buses from Warsaw include Krakow, Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Zagreb and more. See all connections on our Warsaw bus page.

Do I need my passport on the bus from Dresden to Warsaw?+

Germany and Poland are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.

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