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Cheap train tickets from Prague to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
07:15AM9h20
Prague hlavní nádraží
04:35PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
401One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
07:15AM9h00
Prague hlavní nádraží
04:15PMBudapest
401One-way
1 transfer
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
06:15AM6h43
Prague hlavní nádraží
12:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
411One-way
0 transfers
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
01:15PM6h43
Prague hlavní nádraží
07:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
411One-way
0 transfers
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
09:52PM12h06
Prague hlavní nádraží
09:58AMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
521One-way
2 transfers

Prague to Budapest train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
06:15AM Prague hlavní nádraží6h43 12:58PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld0 transfersDirect
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
07:15AM Prague hlavní nádraží9h20 04:35PM Budapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar1 transfer
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
07:15AM Prague hlavní nádraží9h00 04:15PM Budapest1 transfer
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
EC 277
09:44AM Prague hlavní nádraží6h44 04:28PM Budapest-Nyugati0 transfersDirect
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
EC 279
11:44AM Prague hlavní nádraží6h44 06:28PM Budapest-Nyugati0 transfersDirect
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
01:15PM Prague hlavní nádraží6h43 07:58PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld0 transfersDirect
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
09:52PM Prague hlavní nádraží12h06 09:58AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Prague to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Fastest Journey

6 h 43 m

Average

8 h 11 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

444 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Prague for Budapest every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
06:15AM6h43
Prague hlavní nádraží
12:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
411One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
01:15PM6h43
Prague hlavní nádraží
07:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
411One-way
0 transfers
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
EC 279
11:44AM6h44
Prague hlavní nádraží
06:28PMBudapest-Nyugati
1191One-way
0 transfers
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
EC 277
09:44AM6h44
Prague hlavní nádraží
04:28PMBudapest-Nyugati
1191One-way
0 transfers
RegioJet a.s.
RJ 1041 (Prague -> Bratislava)
07:15AM9h00
Prague hlavní nádraží
04:15PMBudapest
401One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Prague to Budapest

distanceDistance444 km
durationAverage train duration6 h 43 min
priceAverage train ticket price€53 (€53)
frequencyTrain frequency5 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 5 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersRegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or ÖBB | Railjet

Trains from Prague to Budapest cover the 444 km long journey taking on average 6 h 43 min with our travel partners like RegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or ÖBB | Railjet. Normally, there are 5 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around €53, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as €20. Travellers depart most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží and arrive in Budapest-Kelenfoeld.

Train companies: RegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | Railjet trains Prague to Budapest

Find the best trains to Budapest from Prague with Omio's travel partners RegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | Railjet from €20. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

RegioJet is a Czech train company that offers a wide range of services to its customers including trains between Prague and Budapest. It operates both regional and long-distance trains, with the latter covering routes across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. The regional trains are known as RegioJet Express and offer frequent departures throughout the day. The long-distance trains are called RegioJet Comfort and provide a more luxurious experience with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. RegioJet offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a café car, a restaurant car, and a bar car. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of movies and music, as well as access to power outlets. The most popular routes for RegioJet are Prague to Brno, Prague to Ostrava, and Prague to Vienna. These routes offer convenient connections to major cities in the Czech Republic and beyond.

RegioJet a. S. From Prague to Budapest train information:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 43 min
  • Cheapest Price: €20

Trains from Prague to Budapest

Trains from Prague to Budapest are quick and simple. The Czech Republic's rail company Ceske Drahy operate a daily direct train from Prague to Budapest that takes 6 hours 45 minutes and requires no changes en route. The first trains leave Prague just before 6:00 a.m. and there are trains every couple of hours after that until the final departure just before midnight - so there should be a train departure that fits into your travel schedule.

Prague to Budapest Trains: General Information

Travelers can offset some of cost of Prague to Budapest train tickets by checking the prices and booking ahead of time.


  • All Prague to Budapest trains are run by České Dráhy.
  • Most Prague to Budapest trains are direct, depart from Prague Hlavní Nádraží train station and arrive at Budapest Keleti train station.
  • The Prague to Budapest train journey takes as little as 6 hours and 43 minutes to arrive in Budapest.
  • Most travelers book their Prague to Budapest train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.

Taking the Train from Prague

All trains from Prague to Budapest depart from Hlavni Nadrazi station, which is located just to the southeast of the city center. If you are staying in Prague's old town, catching the Metro is the best way to get to the station. Just take Line C and you'll be there in 10 minutes. The Metro runs from 4:45 a.m. until after midnight, but if it isn't running, trams and coaches are available.

Getting into Budapest by Train

Budapest is a beautiful capital, which used to be one of the power centers of Central Europe. Nowadays, tourists can visit its palaces, markets and museums, take a traditional thermal bath or climb to the plateau of Buda Fortress for incredible views. After that, Budapest is a thriving nightlife center with a young, lively population - so everyone should enjoy their stay. All trains from Prague to Budapest arrive at Keleti Station. Located in the eastern half of Budapest, Keleti has excellent links to the city center. Just get on Metro lines 2 or 4, or catch one of the regular trams from just outside the station entrance. Metro trains run from 4:30 a.m. until just after 11:00 p.m., but taxis and night coaches are available for very late arrivals.

FAQs: Trains from Prague to Budapest

FAQs: Travel by train from Prague to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prague to Budapest.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Prague to Budapest can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Prague to Budapest is €53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Prague to Budapest train travel time is 6 h 43 min   for the 444 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Prague to Budapest leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Prague to Budapest leaves at 19: 52.
Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day from Prague to Budapest with RegioJet a. S. Or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Budapest. Take the fast train with ÖBB | Railjet from Prague to Budapest.
Take the Prague to Budapest train with RegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or ÖBB | Railjet. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Prague and Budapest as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 52.

When departing from Prague, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Prague hlavní nádraží and Prague-Holešovice. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your journey in train stations like Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Budapest Keleti, Budapest-Deli and Budapest-Nyugati.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest-Kelenfoeld, located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Prague to Budapest by train is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Prague to Budapest including taking a train, coach or flight.

Popular train stations from Prague to Budapest

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Budapest
Prague hlavní nádraží is the most popular Prague railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Prague for your journey to Budapest.
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Budapest-Kelenfoeld is the most popular Budapest train station for Omio travellers, but Budapest has quite a few train hubs. Find all the information you need to know about the main railway stations in Budapest for your journey from Prague.
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Public transport options for Budapest-Deli
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
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