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Transportation within the city of Dresden is quite practical and cheap. The train, trams, and buses make up the three main methods of transportation in the city. This modern public transportation system almost entirely removes the need for taxis and rental car services. Thanks to this well-developed system it is very easy to get to the airport directly from the city center. It takes about 15-20 minutes to get to the airport from the city center using any method of transportation. There are automated ticket machines throughout the city that are very convenient and easy to use. It only takes a few minutes to get your tickets from these machines. You can use these tickets jointly on the bus and the tram.

Train

There are two train stations in Dresden, the Dresden Mitte Station and Dresden Hauptbahnhof (main station). Trains in Dresden are referred to as the S-Bahn. The S-Bahn line S2 links Dresden Central Station and Dresden Neustadt with Dresden Airport. Line S1 operates between Meissen- Schöna, passing through Pirna, line S2 operates between Dresden Hauptbahnhof (passing through the city center) – Pirna and Dresden Airport, and line S3 operates between Dresden Hauptbahnhof-Tharandt and Freiberg.

Bus

When it comes to urban transportation, buses are the second most popular method after trams. There are many different routes that buses follow throughout the city. Bus number 94 passes the train station in Mitte. If you take this bus to Mitte you can transfer to a tram or train to the airport. If you want to get to Dresden Airport directly by bus then you can take bus number 77 or bus number 80.

Both buses depart from different locations in the city but they both pass through Dresen Airport. Bus number 80 passes through the city center. The name of the company that runs the bus network in the city is called Stadtbus. There are many different bus lines, starting at number 61,62, 63 and continuing up until 100.

There are a total of 29 different bus routes in Dresden. The ticket you purchase can also be used on the tram, which makes transferring between vehicles very convenient.

Tram

The tram network in Dresden dates back to the 19th century. In fact there is a historic museum dedicated to the history of the tram network in the city. The museum has 37 trams on display that date back to 1902-1931. Since then providing public transportation in the city by tram has become an integral part of the culture. Therefore, trams are the most valuable and preferred means of transportation in the city, particularly among the locals. The tram stops are spread throughout the city and they are quite modern and comfortable.

Dresden features a common ticket system for buses and trams and ticket prices are quite cheap. Ticket prices vary slight from region to region. The city is basically divided into 3 zones, Zone 1, Zone 2, and Zone 3. These three regions are priced separately. For example, the most up-to-date price for a 1-hour ticket in Zone 1 is 2 euros. The price for a 1.5 hour ticket in Zone 2 is 3.80 euros. Finally, the price for a 2-hour ticket in Zone 3 is 5.60 euros. A day ticket costs 8 euros for Zone 1, and 13 euros for Zone 2. Tram lines 1, 2, 6, and 10 pass through the train station in Mitte.

The CarGoTram in Dresden is a freight tram that crosses through the city, suppling Volkswagen’s “Transparent Factor”. The factory is located to the east of the city center, in the Großer Garten. Thanks to the tram network, which is the most commonly used method of public transportation in the city, it is possible to get to almost every part of Dresden very easily. Tram line 1 starts in Prohlis and continues to Gruna, Straßburger Platz, Postplatz, Bahnhof Mitte, Friedrichstadt and Leutewitz.

Tram line 2 starts in Kleinzschachwitz and continues to Grana, Stra, Platz, Bahnhof Mitte, Cotta and Gorbitz. Tram line 3 starts in Coschütz and continues to Plauen, Hauptbahnhof, Pirnaischer Platz, Albertplatz, Bahnhof Neustadt, Trachenberge and Wilder Mann. Tram line 4 starts in Laubegast and continues to Striesen, Straß Platz, Postplatz, Mickten, Radebeul, Coswig and Weinböhla.

Bicycle

Dresden is a small and cozy town that is quite modern at the same time. Those who don’t want to get around via public transportation have the option of biking as a means of urban transportation. There are dozens of different bike rental companies located throughout the city. Cycling as a means of urban transportation is very common in Dresden. Many people visiting the city enjoy biking since it is the most economical transportation alternative and a very plesant way to explore the city. NextBike is one of the most popular and affordable bicycle companies in the city. You can contact the private bicycle company at 030 69205046 and enjoy this unique way of exploring the city. The Elbe Cycle Route is the longest and most famous bicycle path in Dresden.

Taxi

The abundance of public transportation options in the city and the fact that rental car companies offer reasonable prices has almost eliminated the need for taxis. Nevertheless, taxis are readily available in the city. Taxis in Dresden are reasonably priced; the taximeter starts at 2.5 euros and runs 1.5 euro for every kilometer. You can always try to negotiate the fare with the taxi driver to get a cheaper total.

Rental Car

The roads in and around Dresden are very well maintained and directly linked to many other cities in Germany. The most well known car park facilities in the city center are Frauenkirche/Neumarkt and Altmarkt. The fact that the roads in the city as so well maintained and that traffic is extremely light makes renting a car an even more appealing option for visitors. Renting a car is also a great way to explore other cities in Germany.

We recommend renting a vehicle that comes equipped with a GPS device to help navigate your way. If you rent a car from the city center make sure to check whether or not that company also has a an office at the airport. That way you can easily return your vehicle at the airport before your departure.

The drive from Dresden city center to Dresden Airport is very practical and easy via the B97 motorway. The airport is located about 9 km from the city center. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by car. The A4 motorway is just outside of Dresden Airport. The airport is also easily accessible from Chemnitz, Leipzig, or Prague via the A4 motorway.

Airport Information

Located 9 km north of the city center, Dresden Airport is a rather small airport. The airport handled a total of almost 2 million passengers in 2015. Despite being small in size the airport offers a variety of services.

The airport parking lot has the capacity to accommodate about 3,000 vehicles. This parking lot offers free parking for up to 2 hours. Dresden Airport offers a delicious selection of eating and drinking venues. Places where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Elbezeit, Hangar 219, Bar Limon, Bar Cassis, and Klüh Catering.

The airport offers passengers free internet access throughout the terminal and contains a smoking area, market, and souvenir shops. There are also many travel agencies at the airport. Passengers can go shopping at stores like Gate 14, Heinemann Duty Free, Feinbackerei Heberer, News stands LS travel retail, Handelsgalerie Matthies, and Saturn.

There is an airport information desk at the arrivals terminal that is ready to assist you. For more detailed information about the airport just visit www.dresden-airport.de.

Wroclaw, one of the developed and big cities of Poland, is located in the Silesian region in the southwestern part of the country. Wroclaw, capital of the Silesian region, is also one of Poland's strongest financial centers. The Odra (Oder) River, born in the Czech Republic and poured into the Baltic Sea, passes through the city and two sides of the city which are separated by a river is connected by two highway crossings.

Buses and trams are among the most popular public transport in the city. It is possible to travel around the city with only these two vehicles. The city has a tram line that is 258 kilometers long. The tram, which consists of 33 stops, provides easy access to all parts of the city.

Trams operate between 5 am and 11 pm on weekdays and between 6 am and 10 pm on weekends. Access to the places where trams are not available is provided by additional bus services. While the one-way tram ticket is 1.8 Zloty (PLN), it is possible to take advantage of all the transportation facilities within the city by paying 90 Zloty per month.

Polskibus and PK, which serve in the city, are the most preferred bus companies. Polskibus also provides intercity service. Suburban buses serve places where trams and central buses do not reach. Ticket prices for suburban buses are a bit more expensive.

The train is another public transport vehicle used in the city. The total number of trains departing from Wroclaw Glowny station in the day is 204, with 8 lines. Among them, 40 are intercity, 12 are regional and 152 are city trains. The first train from Gardan departs at 04.30 in the morning, while the last train departs at 23.50 in the evening. Ticket prices start from around 2 Zloty and increase according to distance, discount is given to children under 16 years old.

It is possible to buy tickets for all public transportation vehicles in the city from the gars, the stops, the booths or from inside the vehicles. The other vehicle that actively serves in urban transportation is the taxis. Taxi fares vary from 2 to 4 zloty per kilometer. You do not need to bargain with the taxi drivers because pricing is standard and does not change.

It's a good idea to pay attention to the pirate taxis. These taxis are not legal and may charge more. This means that you can give priority to the legal taxis waiting on the stands, not to those on the streets. You can pay attention to the fact that the taxi is licensed and legal if you are going to take one from the street. Licensed taxis have phone numbers and road tariffs on the car.

It is also possible to call the taxi via the internet, by text message, or by phone. Finally, you can also rent a bicycle to visit the city from the bike stations that the municipality has set up. Those who want to use this option can use bikes from minimum 10 PLN by registering with the municipal system over the internet.

Wroclaw Airport is approximately 13 kilometers west of the city. The diversity of intra-city transportation does not yet exist between the airport and the city center. Trains and trams go up to a certain point and the airport is reached by bus transfer from that point. Direct transportation between the airport and the city center is provided directly by taxi and private vehicles only.

The train route to connect the city center and the airport directly is underway and is expected to be completed shortly.

Bus

The bus is the first alternative as a means of public transport from the airport to the city center. It is not possible to reach the city center directly by buses. Buses depart from the airport leave you about 100 meters from the railway station where you can reach Wroclaw city center by train connection.

Bus number 406, which takes the passengers from the airport to the train station, is operating seven days a week. You can reach the train station in about 30 minutes depending on the traffic with the number 406 buses departing every 20 minutes from the airport. The bus number 406 runs until about midnight.

Bus number 249 operates from the night till morning. This bus departs three times from the airport, on 00.37, 03.18 and 04.19. Ticket prices vary between 3 and 3.20 Zloty; students are charged 1.20 Zloty for tickets. People over 70 years and children under 4 years can use the buses for free.

Taxi

If you want to reach the city center directly from the airport, one of the options you can choose is taxi. You can reach the city by taxi without having to go by bus or train. When you land at the airport, you will find 3 taxi companies that serve legally at the airport. These are Ecocar, Partner Taxi and Taxi Plus. The taxi drivers of these three companies that serve legally do not accept bargains.

If you choose to have a taxi service to the city center, you need to pay a fee between 50 and 70 Zloty on average. Apart from that, taxis that do not serve legally also take passengers from the airport. These taxis can ask for an increased price. Therefore, it is more convenient for you to choose the taxis belonging to these 3 companies that serve legally.

Private Car

Apart from buses, trains, trams and taxis, you can also choose the alternative of car rental to get to the city center. You can see car rental parking lots belonging to various companies in front of the terminal. Avis, Europacar, Hertz, Sixt, Budget, Enterprise, Panek, Express are among these. You can contact these companies before arriving at the airport or before landing to find your car in front of the terminal waiting for you.