The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Prague
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
6 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Trains per day
12
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 €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 12 trains that leave Budapest for Prague on Sun, Dec 21, 9 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 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, Dec 21 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.
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
EC 130 · rj 252
rj 276
EC 278
EC 278
RJ 274
RJ 276Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 444 km
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€54 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €206 Average price |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Prague trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 280 | 4:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 11:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 280 | 4:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 11:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
rj 174 | 6:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h56 | 1:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 174 | 6:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h56 | 1:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 1260 · rj 252 | 7:24 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 6h59 | 2:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
EC 278 | 8:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 278 | 8:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
rjx 62 · rj 250 | 8:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h31 | 4:26 PM Prague-Holešovice | 1 transfer | |
RJ 276 | 10:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 5:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
rj 276 | 10:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 6h53 | 5:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
rjx 64 · rj 56 | 10:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h28 | 6:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h12 | 9:10 PM Praha-Zahradní Město | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h00 | 8:58 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Budapest to Prague
Trains from Budapest to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 444 km distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 444 km |
Average train duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, České dráhy, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Prague trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, České dráhy, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Prague from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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České dráhy
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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.

When departing from Budapest, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Budapest Keleti, Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Budapest-Deli, Budapest-Nyugati, Budapest Ferencváros Station and Budapest-Üröm. When arriving in Prague, you can end your trip in train stations like Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Budapest Keleti, which is located around 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Prague hlavní nádraží, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Prague
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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