The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Poprad
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
13 h 34 m
Average duration
13 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Poprad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Poprad will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Poprad without transferring at least 2 times.
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice)Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Budapest to Poprad
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Poprad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€37 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Poprad train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Poprad trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1131 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 13h34 | 3:32 AM Poprad-Tatry | 2 transfers | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · R 1107 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h01 | 1:51 PM Poprad-Tatry | 2 transfers | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · R 1107 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 10:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 15h41 | 1:51 PM Poprad-Tatry | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 6:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 13h53 | 8:51 PM Poprad-Tatry | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Poprad
Trains from Budapest to Poprad run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 13h 34m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 10h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 13h 34m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Regiojet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Poprad trainsRegiojet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Poprad from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Poprad
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Poprad 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 Poprad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Poprad
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Restaurant Koliba
- Penzión Fortuna
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Satel
- Hotel Europa
- Hotel Poprad
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3
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