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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Budapest
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
23€
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
86€
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
6 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
6 h 51 m
Trains on 28 Sept
14
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Budapest will cost around 86€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 23€.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 14 trains from Prague to Budapest, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 444 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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.
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)1:01 PM6h57Prague hlavní nádraží7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld23 €1One-way0 changes- RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)6:01 AM6h57Prague hlavní nádraží12:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld25 €1One-way0 changes
- RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)8:53 AM7h05Prague hlavní nádraží3:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld25 €1One-way0 changes
EN 4045712:36 AM7h53Prague hlavní nádraží8:29 AMBudapest-Nyugati47 €1One-way0 changes- (Cracow -> Vienna) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)9:45 PM12h13Prague hlavní nádraží9:58 AMBudapest-Kelenfoeld51 €1One-way2 changes
RJ 2779:37 AM6h51Prague hlavní nádraží4:28 PMBudapest-Nyugati127 €1One-way0 changes- RJ 2757:37 AM6h51Prague hlavní nádraží2:28 PMBudapest-Nyugati127 €1One-way0 changes
- RJ 2735:37 AM6h51Prague hlavní nádraží12:28 PMBudapest-Nyugati127 €1One-way0 changes
EC 27911:37 AM6h51Prague hlavní nádraží6:28 PMBudapest-Nyugati127 €1One-way0 changes- EC 2811:37 PM6h51Prague hlavní nádraží8:28 PMBudapest-Nyugati127 €1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Prague to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Budapest trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Cracow -> Vienna) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) · RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest) | 9:45 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h13 | 9:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
| EN 40457 | 12:36 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h53 | 8:29 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 273 | 5:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 12:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:01 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h57 | 12:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 275 | 7:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 2:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:53 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h05 | 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 277 | 9:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 4:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 279 | 11:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 6:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 253+EC 131 | 12:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 7:49 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
| RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 1:01 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h57 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 281 | 1:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 255+ D 347 | 2:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h56 | 9:33 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
| RJ 175 | 3:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 6h52 | 10:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Prague to Budapest
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Trains from Prague to Budapest run on average 18 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 14€ if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 444 km distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 444 km |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price 14€ |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
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FAQs: Prague to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Budapest by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Budapest
Most Prague to Budapest trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Budapest-Nyugati station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld. Use this guide to compare Prague and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Which Budapest station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Getting to Budapest-Nyugati from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati train station facilities and services
Budapest-Nyugati has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
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