The cheapest and fastest buses from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
11 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 buses that leave Prague Vaclav Havel Airport for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 470 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
3:40 AM14h05Prague Vaclav Havel Airport5:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$421One-way0 transfers
8:45 PM11h20Prague Vaclav Havel Airport8:05 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$801One-way0 transfers
8:45 PM11h20Prague Vaclav Havel Airport8:05 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$801One-way0 transfers
3:40 AM14h05Prague Vaclav Havel Airport5:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $83 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $52 (€42).
A train is $34 (€27) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $83 (€67).
Other travel options to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Live departures
Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h55 | 5:45 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 11h20 | 8:05 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Buses from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International 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 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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