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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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RegioJet + RegioJet | Hbf., Bayerische Strasse | Kelenföld | Cheapest | |||||
 | Dresden Hbf | Budapest Nyugati Train Station | Fastest | |||||
| Dresden Hbf | Budapest Nyugati Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Dresden Hbf | Budapest Nyugati Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Dresden Hbf | Budapest Nyugati Train Station | 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 train stations and stops in Dresden and Budapest?
Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - DBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Budapest by train
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 train ticket from Dresden to Budapest?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Budapest start from R 829. The average price for this train route is around R 886. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dresden to Budapest?
The average train journey time from Dresden to Budapest is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 551 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h and is operated by Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Budapest route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dresden to Budapest?
The earliest train from Dresden to Budapest departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 22:15.
Which is the best train operator from Dresden to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dresden to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 042To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 042 to R 4 586 for a train ticket from Dresden to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 042, which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Budapest?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Dresden and Budapest is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 886 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 829. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Budapest, choose the train, as it will take you from Dresden to Budapest in about 7h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!