- Must visit
National Museum
Prague’s flagship museum on Wenceslas Square, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
21 h 45 m
Average duration
22 h 19 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
1081 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Prague will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 24 buses that leave Bucharest for Prague on Thu, Jun 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 1081 km distance in an average of 22 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 22 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $90, and a flight costs an average of $31.
Distance: 671 miles (1081 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $150 Average price | $90 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 41m Average total duration 23h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 24m Average total duration 30h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Prague:
A train is $0.67 (€0.54) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bucharest to Prague costing on average $91 (€74).
A train is $60 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Prague costing on average $150 (€121).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 11m.
Train takes on average 30h 54m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€74) compared to roughly $319 (€258) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $228 (€184). The journey takes 23h 11m versus 14h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, Comati PSG, Omega Group.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Comati PSG | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 31h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $100 |
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Prague buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 28h30 | 4:30 PM Praha, Roztyly | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 25h45 | 1:45 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 31h45 | 7:45 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 25h55 | 1:55 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 30h30 | 6:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 26h15 | 6:15 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 28h30 | 8:30 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 26h30 | 6:30 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 28h00 | 8:00 PM Praha, Roztyly | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 30h05 | 10:05 PM Praha, Černý Most | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 30h50 | 10:50 PM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 22h55 | 8:55 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 22h45 | 8:45 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 28h25 | 2:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 32h15 | 11:00 AM Praha, Roztyly | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 3:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 24h45 | 3:30 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 24h40 | 3:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
0 | 5:00 AM Bucharest | 21h45 | 1:45 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
010410 | 5:00 AM Bucharest, Filaret Bus Station | 21h45 | 1:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM București, Autogara Militari | 22h25 | 3:55 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM București, Autogara Militari | 31h30 | 1:00 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM București, Autogara Militari | 31h50 | 1:20 PM Praha, Černý Most | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 28h20 | 1:20 PM Praha, Roztyly | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 28h45 | 1:45 PM Praha, Černý Most | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bucharest to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 23h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 671 miles (1081 km) distance in 22h 45m.
Distance 671 miles (1081 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 22h 45m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Prague — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prague trip today.
Prague’s flagship museum on Wenceslas Square, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building.
A major museum complex preserving Prague’s Jewish heritage through synagogues, ceremonial objects, archives, and cemetery access.
A leading contemporary art venue in Holešovice known for ambitious exhibitions, design, and the striking Gulliver airship installation.
Prague’s historic central square, surrounded by major landmarks and lively at all hours, making it an essential first stop.
A picturesque district of Baroque streets, embassies, gardens, and hidden corners beneath Prague Castle, ideal for walking and photography.
A broad boulevard-like square central to modern Czech history, shopping, and city life, anchored by the National Museum.
Marinated beef sirloin with creamy root-vegetable sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry sauce, and whipped cream. One of the most classic Czech celebratory dishes.
Roast pork served with bread dumplings and braised cabbage. A cornerstone of traditional Czech home cooking and pub menus.
Czech-style goulash, usually beef, slower-cooked and less soupy than the Hungarian version, commonly served with dumplings. A staple in Prague pubs.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering contemporary Czech fine dining with seasonal ingredients and a sophisticated atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant near Old Town Square offering refined Czech classics in a polished but approachable setting.
Elegant grand cafe and restaurant known for excellent breakfasts, pastries, and upscale Czech and Central European dishes.
Moderate by European standards. Beer, transit, and casual meals are affordable; central hotels cost more.
Around 10% in restaurants for good service, often rounded up. Tip taxis modestly by rounding up. Not expected for counter service, but appreciated.
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