The cheapest and fastest buses from Prague to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague 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 Prague to České Budějovice will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 34 buses that leave Prague for České Budějovice on Fri, Apr 17, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 17 the direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Apr 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
3320024:10 PM2h30Praha, Na Knížecí6:40 PMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€81One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Český Krumlov)6:00 AM2h05Praha, Na Knížecí8:05 AMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€91One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Český Krumlov)7:00 AM2h05Praha, Na Knížecí9:05 AMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€91One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Český Krumlov)8:00 AM2h05Praha, Na Knížecí10:05 AMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:20 AM2h40Praha, Černý Most9:00 AMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:15 AM1h55Prague, Central Train Station11:10 AMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:40 PM1h55Prague, Central Train Station4:35 PMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€101One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Český Krumlov)7:00 PM1h55Praha, Na Knížecí8:55 PMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€111One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Český Krumlov)6:00 PM1h55Praha, Na Knížecí7:55 PMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:45 PM1h55Praha, ÚAN Florenc1:40 AMČeské Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Prague to České Budějovice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to České Budějovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 124 km
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Prague to České Budějovice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to České Budějovice buses for today, Thursday, April 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h35 | 4:25 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 2:00 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 4:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Praha, Roztyly | 2h10 | 4:25 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 3:00 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 5:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h45 | 6:45 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 4:00 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 1h55 | 5:55 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h20 | 6:45 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 5:00 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 1h55 | 6:55 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h15 | 10:10 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1h55 | 11:40 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 4:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 6:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 AM Praha, Černý Most | 2h40 | 7:00 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 5:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 7:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h00 | 7:00 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h35 | 8:35 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 6:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 8:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Praha, Roztyly | 2h05 | 8:35 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h10 | 9:10 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 7:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 9:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1h55 | 9:10 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 8:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 10:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h40 | 10:40 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h15 | 10:40 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 9:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 11:05 AM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h40 | 12:40 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 10:00 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 12:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h20 | 12:40 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 12:00 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 2:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2h05 | 2:35 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1h55 | 2:35 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Český Krumlov) | 1:00 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2h05 | 3:05 PM České Budějovice, Autobusové Nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prague to České Budějovice
Buses from Prague to České Budějovice run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 124 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 124 km |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Prague to České BudějoviceYou can travel by bus between Prague to České Budějovice with FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Prague to České Budějovice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Prague to České Budějovice
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Na Knížecí (in the station)
- Bistro Praha (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Knížete (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 137, 176, 191 Metro: B
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Florenc (in the station)
- Bistro Florenc (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 133, 135, 175, 207 Metro: B, C
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