The cheapest and fastest buses from Brno to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brno to České Budějovice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brno to České Budějovice will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 10 buses that leave Brno for České Budějovice on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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.
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov)
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(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov)
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov)Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brno to České Budějovice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brno to České Budějovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 157 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Brno to České Budějovice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brno to České Budějovice buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 10:00 AM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h05 | 4:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 11:00 AM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h05 | 5:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 12:00 PM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h05 | 6:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 1:00 PM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h55 | 6:55 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 1:00 PM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h55 | 6:55 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 2:00 PM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h55 | 7:55 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 8:20 PM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 10h45 | 7:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
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(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 2:30 AM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 5h35 | 8:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Brno -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 6:00 AM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h05 | 12:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Brno -> Frýdek-Místek) · RJ 1006 (Návsí (Jablunkov) -> Prague) · (Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 6:30 AM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 6h35 | 1:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 3h45 | 12:00 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Brno to České Budějovice
Buses from Brno to České Budějovice run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 157 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Gepard Express from Brno to České BudějoviceYou can travel by bus between Brno to České Budějovice with FlixBus, Gepard Express for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brno to České Budějovice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brno to České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží), which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brno to České Budějovice
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 40, 61, 67 Tram: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 10, 12 Train: S2, S3, S6
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