Budapest to Dresden train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,RB,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Dresden

Showing times and prices for Jun 17

Cheapest price

$53

Average price

$102

Fastest journey

9 h 20 m

Average duration

9 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

551 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Budapest to Dresden without transferring at least once.

EC 276 · EC 458

11:30AM9h29

Budapest-Nyugati

08:59PMDresden Hbf

$531One-way

1 transfer

RJX 62 · RJ 256

09:40AM10h10

Budapest Keleti

07:50PMDresden Hbf

$1191One-way

1 transfer

EC 278 · EC 170

09:30AM9h20

Budapest-Nyugati

06:50PMDresden Hbf

$1191One-way

1 transfer

EC 274 · EC 258

01:30PM9h20

Budapest-Nyugati

10:50PMDresden Hbf

$1191One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Dresden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€76 Average price	€41 Average price Cheapest	€633 Average price
10h 44m Average duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 48m Average duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 9m Average duration Fastest 8h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions	1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Budapest to Dresden train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17

Last updated at 10:25 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
EC 278 · EC 170	On time 7:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati	9h20	4:50 PM Dresden Hbf	1 transfer
RJX 62 · RJ 256	On time 7:40 AM Budapest Keleti	10h10	5:50 PM Dresden Hbf	1 transfer
EC 276 · EC 458	On time 9:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati	9h29	6:59 PM Dresden Hbf	1 transfer
EC 274 · EC 258	On time 11:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati	9h20	8:50 PM Dresden Hbf	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Budapest to Dresden?

The best time to book your train from Budapest to Dresden is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Budapest to Dresden route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Budapest to Dresden per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Budapest to Dresden.

Trains

from $55

Buses

from $44

Flights

from $256

Journey information

Overview: Train from Budapest to Dresden

Hungary

Germany

Trains from Budapest to Dresden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€28)

Distance

342 miles (551 km)

Average train duration

10h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

$47 (€38)

Trains per day

Fastest train

9h 15m

First train

04:30

Last train

19:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $35 (€28)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, Regiojet and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Dresden trains

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn, Regiojet and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) train tickets between Budapest and Dresden from $47 (€38) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Budapest to Dresden train.

Budapest to Dresden train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 9 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $47

RegioJet is a Czech train company that offers a wide range of services to its customers including trains from Budapest to Dresden. It operates both regional and long-distance trains, with the latter covering routes across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. The regional trains are known as RegioJet Express and offer frequent departures throughout the day. The long-distance trains are called RegioJet Comfort and provide a more luxurious experience with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. RegioJet offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a café car, a restaurant car, and a bar car. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of movies and music, as well as access to power outlets. The most popular routes for RegioJet are Prague to Brno, Prague to Ostrava, and Prague to Vienna. These routes offer convenient connections to major cities in the Czech Republic and beyond.

Budapest to Dresden train information with Regiojet:

Average Duration: 15 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: $57
Regiojet frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Dresden

FAQs: Travel by train from Budapest to Dresden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Budapest to Dresden.

Cheap train tickets from Budapest to Dresden can start from as little as $47 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Budapest to Dresden is $84 (€69); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Budapest to Dresden train time is 9 h 4 min covering the 342 mile (551 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Budapest to Dresden leaves at 4: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Budapest to Dresden leaves at 7: 40PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Budapest to Dresden with Hungarian Railways (MÁV). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Budapest to Dresden, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Regiojet or Hungarian Railways (MÁV) for the best way to get you to Dresden. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Dresden from Budapest and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 40PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Budapest-Nyugati, which is located around 2.5 miles (4.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dresden Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Budapest to Dresden by train is October.

You have options as you can travel between Budapest and Dresden 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Budapest to Dresden

Budapest

Dresden

The major train station for departures in Budapest is Budapest-Nyugati. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Budapest-Nyugati for your trip from Budapest to Dresden.

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