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Green Vault
One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Dresden will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 30 buses from Budapest to Dresden, including 10 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 551 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Budapest to Dresden run on average 25 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 7h 0m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Budapest to Dresden.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Dresden buses for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h35 | 10:25 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h15 | 10:25 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h25 | 7:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h10 | 7:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h10 | 12:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 12h30 | 4:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 12h35 | 6:05 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h50 | 5:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h20 | 6:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h45 | 7:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h00 | 7:25 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h20 | 8:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h35 | 8:25 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h40 | 9:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 21h10 | 8:25 AM Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h30 | 11:25 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h55 | 11:25 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h15 | 11:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h35 | 11:25 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 13h45 | 3:30 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h05 | 2:05 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h45 | 2:05 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h15 | 4:25 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h25 | 3:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h05 | 3:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h15 | 6:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h10 | 7:55 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h10 | 6:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h50 | 6:10 AM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 15h15 | 12:55 PM Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Budapest to Dresden with FlixBus, ArdaTur, and Infobus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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One of the world’s richest treasure museums, displaying dazzling jewels, goldwork, and ceremonial masterpieces of Saxon rulers.
Major Old Masters gallery with Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and superb European painting in the restored Zwinger complex.
Important porcelain collection presenting Asian and Meissen works. A concise stop for design, craftsmanship, and court luxury.
Baroque palace courtyard framed by Semperoper, Zwinger, and cathedral. It is Dresden’s ceremonial heart and a classic first stop.
Historic square around Frauenkirche with museums, terraces, and cafés nearby. A key base for exploring Dresden’s rebuilt center.
Open riverside meadows along the Elbe with superb skyline views. Ideal for picnics, cycling, and classic postcard panoramas.
A rich layered sheet cake baked on a spit with butter, eggs and marzipan. It is a classic Saxon festive specialty strongly associated with Dresden.
Dresden’s famous fruit bread made with raisins, candied peel, butter and icing sugar. Protected as Original Dresdner Christstollen and central to Christmas tradition.
Small fried dough pastries, often filled with fruit jam and dusted with sugar. A traditional Saxon sweet commonly enjoyed at fairs and festive times.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant with modern tasting menus and polished service, suited for a special culinary evening in Dresden.
Historic vaulted restaurant serving Saxon classics and local beer in a grand old-town setting near the Frauenkirche.
Traditional brewery pub pouring unfiltered house beer with hearty Saxon dishes. Lively, casual atmosphere in the historic centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals, and transit are usually a bit cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, but central tourist areas cost more.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) -> Altmarkt, Dresden
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Dresden by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Dresden buses use the Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás to Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Dresden, Bf Neustadt. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Dresden bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station), Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km), Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof).
Available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof): Elevators, ramps.
Dresden, Bf Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Bf Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack options available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt.
Available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Bf Neustadt: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Dresden, Neustadt Exit is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden, Neustadt Exit has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit. ATMs are available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit.
Available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden, Neustadt Exit: Ramp access available for wheelchairs.
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