Route guide

Tallinn → Dresden

1162 km · Estonia to Germany · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €38+ by bus

How to travel from Tallinn to Dresden

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

🚄Train

€85–249

Duration: 9h 41m

via Elron, Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

~16 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€38–101

Duration: 16h 36m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~33 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€81–259

Duration: 4h 3m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~181 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€139–256

Duration: 12h 55m

~198 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1162 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
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 Estonia 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.

Tallinn to Dresden — every option in detail

Tallinn to Dresden by train

Trains link Tallinn (Estonia) and Dresden (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 41m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Elron, Deutsche Bahn (ICE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €85 to €249. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 16 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 181 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~165 kg on this distance.

Tallinn to Dresden by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Tallinn and Dresden with a typical journey of 16h 36m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €38 when booked in advance, rising to €101 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.

Tallinn to Dresden by flight

Flights between Tallinn and Dresden take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 3m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €81–259. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 181 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Tallinn to Dresden by car

The driving distance from Tallinn to Dresden is approximately 1336 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 55m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €139–256 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Estonia–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 198 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Tallinn and Dresden is approximately 1162 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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