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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dresden Central Train Station | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | |||||
 | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Kelenföld | Fastest | |||||
 | Hbf., Bayerische Strasse | Népliget | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | T2A Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | |||||
RegioJet + RegioJet | Hbf., Bayerische Strasse | Kelenföld | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dresden to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 034, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Budapest?
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - DKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- EBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Budapest by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Budapest start at R 554. The average price for this route is around R 915. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Dresden to Budapest is 10h 6m, covering a distance of 556 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Budapest route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Budapest at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Budapest?
A bus trip from Dresden to Budapest produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Dresden to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dresden to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Budapest was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 508To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 508 to R 2 379 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 508, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually RegioJet will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.