The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
454 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Budapest for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 454 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 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.
1:58 PM7h00Budapest8:58 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport€131One-way0 transfers
12:58 PM7h00Budapest7:58 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport€261One-way0 transfers
1:58 PM7h00Budapest8:58 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport€131One-way0 transfers
12:58 PM7h00Budapest7:58 PMPrague Vaclav Havel Airport€261One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Trains from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (454 km) distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 282 miles (454 km) |
Average train duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Live departures
Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Budapest | 6h53 | 2:23 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:58 PM Budapest | 7h00 | 7:58 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:58 PM Budapest | 7h00 | 8:58 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Train companies: RegioJet a.s., České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trainsRegioJet a.s., České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Budapest and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 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 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
Most Budapest to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trains use the Budapest-Nyugati to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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