The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Dresden
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Dresden will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 24 buses that leave Budapest for Dresden every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 .
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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Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 551 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price | £493 Average Price |
10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Dresden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Dresden coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h45 | 18:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 08:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h55 | 18:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h35 | 07:25 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 21h10 | 07:25 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h40 | 20:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h35 | 22:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h40 | 22:30 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 15h40 | 04:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h05 | 01:05 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h45 | 01:05 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h25 | 02:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h05 | 02:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h10 | 05:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h50 | 05:10 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 21:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h35 | 09:25 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Berlin) | 22:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h15 | 09:25 Dresden, Bayerische Strasse (Hbf) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h25 | 06:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h10 | 06:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h10 | 11:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
0 | 03:10 Budapest | 12h05 | 15:15 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h55 | 15:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 11h50 | 17:55 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 12h15 | 18:25 Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Dresden
Buses from Budapest to Dresden run on average 28 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 551 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 551 km |
Average bus duration 10h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur from Budapest to DresdenYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Dresden with FlixBus, Infobus, ArdaTur for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Dresden coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Dresden by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, which is located around 3.3 miles (5.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dresden, Bayrische Straße (Hauptbahnhof), located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Dresden
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Hauptbahnhof (in the station)
- Restaurant Alte Meister (0.5 km)
- Vapiano Dresden (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 66, 75 Tram: 3, 7, 8, 10 Train: S1, S2
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 62, 75 Tram: 10, 11
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