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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Budapest
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dresden to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Budapest will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 23 buses that leave Dresden for Budapest on Wed, Nov 12, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 551 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 551 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €116 Average price | €317 Average price |
9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Budapest buses for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h55 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h30 | 10:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 14h50 | 2:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h10 | 8:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h25 | 8:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6239230 | 1:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h30 | 10:50 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h45 | 4:35 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 10h10 | 4:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 10h30 | 5:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 19h00 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 18h40 | 3:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h20 | 5:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h35 | 5:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h00 | 7:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h40 | 7:30 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h45 | 11:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h05 | 11:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h35 | 2:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h00 | 5:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h25 | 5:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h40 | 5:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Dresden to Budapest
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Buses from Dresden to Budapest run on average 24 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 551 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 551 km |
Average bus duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur from Dresden to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dresden to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Budapest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dresden, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Budapest
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 62, 75 Tram: 10, 11
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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