How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Dresden cost?

The bus ticket price from Budapest to Dresden starts at R 577. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Dresden is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Dresden?

The average travel time between Budapest and Dresden is around 10h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 552 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Dresden?

The number of buses from Budapest to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Dresden by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Dresden?

When taking the bus from Budapest to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Arda Tur, RegioJet.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Dresden?

Buses travelling between Budapest and Dresden leave from Könyves Kálmán or Kelenföld and arrive at Neustadt, Hbf, Riegelplatz.

Bus Budapest to Dresden from R 493 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Budapest to Dresden on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:30	Könyves Kálmán	9h 25m	03:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Cheapest
	23:45	Kelenföld	8h 10m	07:55	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	07:58	Kelenföld	9h 27m	17:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags
	11:55	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	11h 35m	23:30	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	14:58	Kelenföld	17h 27m	08:25	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:52 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Dresden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dresden. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 817, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

552 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 577 - R 3 003	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 817 - R 959	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 356 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Arda Tur

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

RegioJet

4/51 057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Dresden?

Stops in Budapest

A - Könyves Kálmán

B - Kelenföld

C - Népliget

D - Budapest Airport

E - Mexikói út

F - Budapest Airport BUD

Stops in Dresden

A - Neustadt

B - Hbf

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Dresden by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Dresden cost?
The bus ticket price from Budapest to Dresden starts at R 577. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Dresden is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Dresden?
The average travel time between Budapest and Dresden is around 10h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 552 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Dresden?
The number of buses from Budapest to Dresden can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Dresden by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Dresden?
When taking the bus from Budapest to Dresden, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Arda Tur, RegioJet.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Dresden?
Buses travelling between Budapest and Dresden leave from Könyves Kálmán or Kelenföld and arrive at Neustadt, Hbf, Riegelplatz.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

R 965

17/11

R 882

Today

R 672

19/11

R 554

20/11

R 526

21/11

R 597

22/11

R 597

23/11

R 672

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Dresden was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 526

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Dresden as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 526 to R 2 790 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Dresden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 526, which is on 2025-11-20.