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Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden in 9 hours 40 minutes
If you want to travel from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden by train to take around 11 hours 51 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 12 trains per day running on this route, which spans 343 miles (553 km). There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Dresden. ÖBB trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Dresden.
You can save money on train tickets from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Budapest-Keleti to Dresden by train
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:40 | |
| Departure station | Budapest-Keleti | |
| Arrival station | Dresden | |
| Journey time | From 9h 40m | |
| Distance | 343 miles (553 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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ÖBB trains from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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- Trains in Austria
Cheap train tickets from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Budapest-Keleti to Dresden by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.