How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Budapest?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Budapest start from $46. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Budapest?

The average bus travel time from Dresden to Budapest is 10h 6m, covering a distance of 568 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Dresden to Budapest route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet , Arda Tur .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dresden to Budapest?

The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Budapest at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Budapest?

A bus trip from Dresden to Budapest generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 1066 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Budapest?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Dresden to Budapest from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Dresden to Budapest on January 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 35m	6:25am	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 20m	6:10am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	7:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	10h 30m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	5:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	11h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	15h 23m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Budapest on January 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:55pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	10h 6m	12:01am	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 20m	6:10am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	7:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	10h 30m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	12:30am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	11h 20m	11:50am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	15h 23m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Budapest on January 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:55pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	10h 6m	12:01am	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 20m	6:10am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	7:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	10h 30m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	12:30am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	11h 20m	11:50am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	15h 23m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Budapest on January 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:20pm	Dresden Central Train Station	9h 30m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 20m	6:10am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	7:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	10h 30m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	12:30am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	11h 20m	11:50am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	15h 23m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Budapest on January 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:55pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	10h 6m	12:01am	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 20m	6:10am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	7:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	10h 30m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	3:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	12h 35m	3:35pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	15h 23m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Dresden to Budapest on January 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:05pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	9h 15m	4:20am	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	8h 20m	6:10am	Kelenföld	Fastest
	7:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	10h 30m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
	3:00am	Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)	12h 35m	3:35pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	9:35pm	Hbf., Bayerische Strasse	15h 23m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:08 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dresden to Budapest

We recommend carpooling

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 $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

552 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $283	Average Duration10h 6m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $181	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$68 - $113	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Budapest?

Stops in Dresden

A
Neustadt
Hansastraße 4, 01097 Dresden, Germany
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B
Hbf
Bayrische Str. 2, 01069 Dresden, Germany
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C
Riegelplatz
Dresden,, Germany
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D
Dresden Airport
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Stops in Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Budapest Airport
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
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D
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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E
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,052 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

RegioJet

4/51,067 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Arda Tur

3/5259 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.7

HU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Budapest by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $46. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Budapest?
The average bus travel time from Dresden to Budapest is 10h 6m, covering a distance of 568 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Arda Tur.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dresden to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Budapest at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Budapest?
A bus trip from Dresden to Budapest generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 1066 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Budapest?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 4.4 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

01-13

$58

01-14

$60

Today

$62

01-16

$62

01-17

$58

01-18

$51

01-19

$43

01-20

$49

The cheapest trip from Dresden to Budapest was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $43

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 $43 to $116 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 $43 which is on 2026-01-19.

Usually FlixBus, 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.