Bus from Dresden to Budapest: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Dresden to Budapest on 27 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Könyves KálmánCheapest
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
KelenföldFastest
RegioJet
Hbf., Bayerische Strasse
NépligetNo tags
Flixbus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Hbf., Bayerische Strasse
KelenföldNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:54 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dresden to Budapest

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 615, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
10h 30mAverage duration
556 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 615 - R 2 172Average duration10h 30m
14kg CO₂e
Average priceR 835 - R 3 459Average duration11h 20m
13kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Budapest?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Budapest start at R 615. The average price for this route is around R 955. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Budapest?

    The average bus journey time from Dresden to Budapest is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 556 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dresden to Budapest route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Arda Tur.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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 1069 reviews.

  7. 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.

  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 FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
24/03
R 550
25/03
R 745
Today
R 641
27/03
R 703
28/03
R 653
29/03
No data
30/03
R 704
31/03
R 718
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Budapest was searched and found on 24 Mar 2026 with a price of R 550

To 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 550 to R 2 213 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 653, which is on 2026-03-28.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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