How to get from Dresden to Budapest
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Dresden to Budapest. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 553 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €36, on Wed, Sep 9.
553 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €379Checked Sep 9 | 3h1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €37Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 8h 50m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€379Checked Sep 93h · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€37Omio catalogue, Sep 98h 50m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Dresden to Budapest: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Dresden → Munichflight
Lufthansa·55m - 2Munich → BudapestflightLufthansa·1h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Dresden to Budapest
FlixBus runs 21 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:40 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 21 | 00:40 | 23:50 |
| ArdaTurbus | 1 | 14:20 | 14:20 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
LufthansaDresden-Munich, Munich-BudapestSee live options and dates →
FlixBusDresden central-Budapest KelenföldBook →City transitDresden-Dresden centralBook →On this route you travel with Lufthansa, FlixBus, City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Dresden to Budapest works
Start with a Lufthansa flight from Dresden to Budapest, connecting in Munich, about 3h. In total it's roughly €379 over 3h, 1 transfer.
Dresden to Budapest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Dresden to Budapest?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Budapest from Dresden?
About 553 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Dresden to Budapest cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €36 to €45. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Dresden to Budapest?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 3h in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Dresden to Budapest?
About 3h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Dresden and Budapest?
Dresden is DRS and Budapest is BUD, so this route is usually written DRS to BUD.
Which operators run Dresden to Budapest?
On this route you travel with Lufthansa, FlixBus, City transit.
Can you get from Dresden to Budapest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 8h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dresden to Budapest?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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