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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Prague
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €30
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €85
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 6 h 53 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 6 h 53 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 26
- Distance
- 444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Prague will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 26 trains from Budapest to Prague, including 15 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 444 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 53 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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.
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague)10:50 PM 11h08 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 9:58 AM Prague hlavní nádraží €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
EC 2805:30 AM 6h53 Budapest-Nyugati 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €36 1 One-way 0 transfers- rj 174
7:30 AM 6h56 Budapest-Nyugati 2:26 PM Prague-Holešovice €43 1 One-way 0 transfers 
EN 404767:30 PM 7h39 Budapest-Nyugati 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží €47 1 One-way 0 transfers- RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
2:58 PM 7h00 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 9:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €49 1 One-way 0 transfers
EC 2789:30 AM 6h53 Budapest-Nyugati 4:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €128 1 One-way 0 transfers- rj 276
11:30 AM 6h53 Budapest-Nyugati 6:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €76 1 One-way 0 transfers - EC 278
9:30 AM 6h53 Budapest-Nyugati 4:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €76 1 One-way 0 transfers - EC 280
5:30 AM 6h53 Budapest-Nyugati 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €128 1 One-way 0 transfers - EC 280
5:30 AM 6h53 Budapest-Nyugati 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Prague
Hungary
Czechia
Trains from Budapest to Prague run on average 20 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 444 km distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 444 km |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Prague trains for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 11h08 | 9:58 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Budapest -> Prague) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h48 | 9:58 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, November 1 | |||||
| EC 280 | 5:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 280 | 5:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 12:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 342 · rj 254 | 5:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h28 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| rj 174 | 7:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h56 | 2:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1048 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 7:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 9h00 | 4:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| EC 130 · rj 252 | 8:12 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 7h11 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| EC 278 | 9:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 4:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 278 | 9:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 4:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rjx 62 · rj 244 | 9:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h31 | 5:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 1 transfer | |
| rj 276 | 11:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 6:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
 RJ 276 | 11:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 6:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rjx 64 · rj 56 | 11:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h28 | 7:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Vienna -> Prague) · RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 11:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 8h58 | 8:56 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 274 | 1:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 8:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 274 | 1:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 8:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rjx 66 · rj 54 | 1:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h28 | 9:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h00 | 9:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 272 | 3:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 10:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 272 | 3:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 10:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rjx 68 · rj 52 | 3:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h37 | 11:32 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 270 | 5:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h55 | 12:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 270 | 5:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h55 | 12:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Cracow) · RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) | 5:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 11h48 | 5:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
| EN 40476 | 7:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 7h39 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
 R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 9:56 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 12h43 | 10:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Prague by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Prague
Most Budapest to Prague trains use the Budapest-Kelenföld to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Zahradní Město. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Getting to Budapest-Nyugati from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati train station facilities and services
Budapest-Nyugati has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Which Prague station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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