- Must visit
National Museum
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$53
Fastest journey on Sep 05
6 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
7 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 05
20
Distance
460 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport 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 Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 20 buses from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 460 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 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 train as it is the most popular option from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 285 miles (460 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $81 Average price | $153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague:
A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague costing on average $44.
A bus is $47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague costing on average $81.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
Tickets start at around $34 compared to roughly $153 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $118. The journey takes 7h 59m versus 5h 33m 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.
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 04:25AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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(Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h10 | 6:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h50 | 6:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h50 | 1:15 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h40 | 1:05 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h25 | 4:05 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h40 | 4:20 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h15 | 4:50 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h05 | 4:40 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h40 | 6:30 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h15 | 6:30 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h30 | 8:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h05 | 8:00 PM Praha, Roztyly | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h15 | 8:55 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h05 | 8:45 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h45 | 1:40 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h30 | 2:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h50 | 3:30 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h10 | 4:05 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h45 | 5:30 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h00 | 5:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $21 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:35, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 285 miles (460 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 285 miles (460 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 5:35 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Prague — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prague trip today.
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Well-curated Jewish history museum across several historic sites. Important for understanding Prague's Jewish heritage and resilience.
Leading Czech art museum with medieval to modern works in a grand historic palace. Essential for fine art and decorative arts lovers.
Historic square at Prague's core, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque landmarks. A must for first-time visitors and classic city views.
Lively boulevard of Czech modern history, lined with shops and major buildings. Worth visiting for atmosphere and historic significance.
Romantic quarter of palaces, lanes, and church domes beneath Prague Castle. Ideal for wandering, photography, and quieter historic charm.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly linked to Bohemian home cooking.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle, often served with mustard, horseradish, and pickles. A hearty pub staple popular with Czech beer culture.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings. This iconic Czech combination is a cornerstone of traditional pub and family meals.
Traditional Czech restaurant and brewery by Prague Castle, praised for roast meats, dumplings, and polished historic interiors.
Upscale restaurant focused on Czech ingredients and game, with sophisticated service in an Art Nouveau municipal house setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Czech tasting menus in a refined setting near the Vltava.
Moderate for Europe: transit is cheap, casual meals are reasonable, and hotels in the center can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up or add about 10% for taxis if service is good.
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Prague Central Train Station -> Wenceslas Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Prague buses use the Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás to Praha, ÚAN Florenc station pair, with some services arriving at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and Prague bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Praha, ÚAN Florenc is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, ÚAN Florenc has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Florenc (in the station), Bistro Florenc (0.2 km), Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc.
Available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticketing area.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží.
Available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, Roztyly is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Roztyly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Praha, Roztyly. ATMs are available at Praha, Roztyly.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Roztyly.
Available at Praha, Roztyly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Roztyly: Wheelchair accessible platform available.
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