Prague to Budapest bus from $23 (€20)

Cheap bus tickets and times from Prague to Budapest

Showing times and prices for May 20

Cheapest

$33

Average

$46

Fastest Journey

6 h

Average

7 h 15 m

Buses per day

Distance

444 km

Cheap bus tickets from Prague to Budapest start from $33 with an average ticket price of $46.

The fastest bus from Prague to Budapest takes 6h in comparison to an average duration of 7h 15m and covers a distance of 444 km.

7 buses leave Prague for Budapest every day with 6 travelling directly.

Cheapest

06:00PM8h00

Prague

02:00AMBudapest

$331One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

06:00PM8h00

Praha, ÚAN Florenc

02:00AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

$371One-way

0 transfers

08:56PM9h09

Prague hlavní nádraží

06:05AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

$531One-way

1 transfer

04:35PM7h20

Praha, ÚAN Florenc

11:55PMBudapest

$551One-way

0 transfers

04:35PM7h40

Praha, ÚAN Florenc

12:15AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

$551One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Prague to Budapest

Distance	275 miles (444 km)
Average bus duration	5 h 56 min
Average bus ticket price	$38 (€33)
Bus frequency	7 a day
Direct bus	Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day
Bus companies	STUDENT AGENCY k. S. FlixBus, Infobus, DMD Group, Express Busline, Korona Travel, RegioJet a. S. Or Eurolines Deutschland

Buses from Prague to Budapest cover the 275 miles (444 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 56 min with our travel partners like STUDENT AGENCY k. S. FlixBus, Infobus, DMD Group, Express Busline, Korona Travel, RegioJet a. S. Or Eurolines Deutschland. Normally, there are 7 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $23 (€20), but the average price of bus tickets is $38 (€33). Travelers depart most frequently from Prague Tupolevova and arrive in Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.

Bus companies: STUDENT AGENCY k. S. FlixBus and Infobus from Prague to Budapest

Find the best buses to Budapest from Prague with Omio's travel partners STUDENT AGENCY k. S. FlixBus and Infobus from $19 (€16). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Prague to Budapest bus information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 5 h 56 min
Cheapest Price: $30
FlixBus frequency: 7 a day

Buses from Prague to Budapest

Buses from Prague to Budapest are provided by a number of private companies including Student Agency, Eurolines and Katev Travel. Eurolines offer two direct buses every day, with one early morning departure around 7 a.m. and an afternoon service. In both cases, the journey time is between 7-9 hours. Student Agency offers 5 buses from Prague to Budapest every day, with a very early departure at 5 a.m.

Taking the Bus from Prague

Buses from Prague all depart from the city's UAN Florenc Bus Station. Located close to the heart of the city, Florenc is also a metro stop, which makes it easily accessible. Buses from Prague to Budapest depart from Florenc's platform 22, and the station is open from 4 a.m. until midnight. Prague's Metro service runs from 4:45 a.m. until after midnight, making it easy to reach most departures. For the earliest buses, there are night trams from the center of town as well.

Getting into Budapest by Bus

All Eurolines and RegioJet buses from Prague to Budapest arrive at the city's Nepliget bus station. Nepliget is located on the M3 Metro Line, providing rapid access to Budapest's city center. Get off at Kalvin Ter or Deak Ferenc ter, and change to the M5 line, which stops at the major central attractions. There are also plenty of local trolley buses and trams, along with the HEV suburban railway that serves outlying districts.

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FAQs: Bus from Prague to Budapest

FAQs: Take the bus from Prague to Budapest with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Prague to Budapest.

Cheap bus tickets from Prague to Budapest can start from as little as $23 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Prague to Budapest is $38 (€33); 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 bus travel time is 5 h 56 min for the 275 mile (444 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Prague to Budapest leaves at 5: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Prague to Budapest leaves at 10: 59 PM.

Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day from Prague to Budapest with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. FlixBus, Infobus, DMD Group or RegioJet a. S. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

For the trip from Prague to Budapest you can take a bus with STUDENT AGENCY k. S. FlixBus, Infobus, DMD Group, Express Busline, Korona Travel, RegioJet a. S. Or Eurolines Deutschland. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services from Prague to Budapest on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Prague, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Prague Tupolevova, Prague, Central Train Station and Prague. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your route in bus stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2) and Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Prague Tupolevova, which is located around 5.8 miles (9.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Prague to Budapest is October.

You have options as you can travel between Prague and Budapest 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.