The cheapest and fastest buses from Dresden to Budapest
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Buses per day
29
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 €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 29 buses that leave Dresden for Budapest on Tue, May 12, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct buses cover the 551 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)9:35 PM19h00Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf)4:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€351One-way1 transfer
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest)9:35 PM18h40Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf)4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€351One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:50 PM8h40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)8:30 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 PM8h20Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:10 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 PM8h35Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:25 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 PM8h20Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:10 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 PM8h35Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)6:25 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 PM8h40Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)8:30 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 PM9h00Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)8:50 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€361One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:45 AM9h05Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof)10:50 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 6m. 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 €19.
Distance: 551 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price | €109 Average price |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h25 | 6:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h40 | 6:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h00 | 6:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h55 | 7:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h35 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h15 | 11:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h15 | 11:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h10 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h25 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 14h20 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
6869782 | 2:20 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h30 | 11:50 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h15 | 4:20 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 13h15 | 8:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 10h10 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 10h30 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 19h00 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
(Berlin -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:35 PM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 18h40 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h20 | 6:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h35 | 6:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h00 | 8:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h25 | 11:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h40 | 8:30 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 11h20 | 11:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h25 | 11:10 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h05 | 10:50 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h45 | 12:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 10h05 | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 12h35 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dresden to Budapest
Buses from Dresden to Budapest run on average 26 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €31 by flight.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 551 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 551 km |
Average bus duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, ArdaTur, Infobus from Dresden to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Dresden to Budapest with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Infobus for as low as €19. 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- ArdaTur
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dresden to Budapest
- 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
- 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
- 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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