- Must visit
National Museum
The Czech Republic’s flagship museum on Wenceslas Square, known for its grand historic building and wide-ranging natural history, archaeology, and cultural exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
454 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 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 Vaclav Havel Airport will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 21 buses that leave Budapest for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 454 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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 1040 (Brno -> Prague)
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 282 miles (454 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport costing on average $36 (€29).
A train is $75 (€62) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport costing on average $108 (€88).
Other travel options to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
Train takes on average 7h 6m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $149 (€122) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $113 (€92). The journey takes 6h 58m versus 5h 36m 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, Express Busline.
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 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. 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 | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h40 | 3:25 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h20 | 3:25 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h30 | 6:15 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h05 | 6:15 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h10 | 8:00 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h20 | 8:15 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h45 | 8:00 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h00 | 8:15 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h40 | 11:10 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h30 | 11:10 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h20 | 11:10 PM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h05 | 12:05 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h45 | 12:05 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h15 | 6:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h45 | 6:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 8h30 | 6:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h00 | 6:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h10 | 8:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h09 | 7:59 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h20 | 8:10 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Karlovy Vary) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h50 | 8:00 AM Praha, Letiště Václava Havla | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 282 miles (454 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 282 miles (454 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Moderate for Europe. Airport food and drinks cost more than in central Prague, but cards are widely accepted and transport is low-cost.
About 10% is standard in restaurants if service is good. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes; tip in cash or confirm it is added.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 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 Vaclav Havel Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Praha, ÚAN Florenc station pair, with some services arriving at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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