- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olomouc to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olomouc to Budapest will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Olomouc to Budapest without transferring at least once.
Sp 2024 · EC 131
R 806 · EC 281
R 804 · rj 175
R 808 · EC 279
Os 3860 · Os 4202 · rj 271
R 804 · rj 175
R 808 · EC 279
R 806 · EC 281
R 812 · rj 275
R 810 · rj 277Trains from Olomouc to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Olomouc to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 804 · rj 175 | 5:08 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h20 | 10:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
EC 140 · rj 257 · rjx 261 | 5:25 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h37 | 12:02 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 893 · Os 4220 · rj 257 · rjx 261 | 5:31 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h31 | 12:02 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
EC 112 · rj 259 · R 7638 · R 9919 | 7:25 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 11h37 | 7:02 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
R 800 · rj 177 · R 7781 · R 9401 | 9:05 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 10h57 | 8:02 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
SC 517 · EN 407 | 9:50 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 10h39 | 8:29 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
R 899 · Os 4200 · NJ 457 · rjx 267 | 11:58 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 10h04 | 10:02 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
Os 3860 · Os 4202 · rj 271 | 4:20 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h08 | 10:28 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 2 transfers | |
R 896 · rj 51 · rjx 19929 | 5:04 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h58 | 12:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 881 · R 824 · rj 51 · rjx 19929 | 5:57 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h05 | 12:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
(Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:00 AM Olomouc, Jeremenkova (Nástupiště M) | 6h58 | 12:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
R 1102 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:26 AM Lipník nad Bečvou | 6h32 | 12:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
R 814 · rj 273 | 7:05 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h23 | 12:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
IC 546 · rj 53 · rjx 61 | 7:25 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h37 | 2:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
(Ostrava -> Brno) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:00 AM Olomouc, Jeremenkova (Nástupiště M) | 6h58 | 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
R 812 · rj 275 | 9:05 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h23 | 2:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
EC 144 · rj 55 · rjx 63 | 9:25 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h37 | 4:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 1108 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:26 AM Lipník nad Bečvou | 6h32 | 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
R 885 · Os 4208 · rj 55 · rjx 63 | 9:34 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h28 | 4:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
R 810 · rj 277 | 11:05 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h23 | 4:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
EC 116 · rj 251 · rjx 65 | 11:25 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h37 | 6:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 887 · Os 4210 · rj 251 · rjx 65 | 11:34 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h28 | 6:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
R 808 · EC 279 | 1:05 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h23 | 6:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
R 1116 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 1:26 PM Lipník nad Bečvou | 6h32 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
(Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 2:00 PM Olomouc, Jeremenkova (Nástupiště M) | 5h58 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
Sp 2024 · EC 131 | 2:05 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h44 | 7:49 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
R 806 · EC 281 | 3:05 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h23 | 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
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Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Leading contemporary art museum with strong Hungarian and international shows. Worth visiting for bold exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
National museum covering Hungarian history, archaeology, and statehood. A classic stop for understanding the country beyond Budapest’s landmarks.
UNESCO-listed castle quarter of cobbled streets, courtyards, and viewpoints. Best for atmosphere, heritage walks, and some of Budapest’s finest vistas.
Elegant Andrássy Avenue links the center with Heroes’ Square through palaces and shops. A grand boulevard ideal for walking and historic city views.
Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
A rich paprika beef soup with potatoes and vegetables. It is Hungary’s signature comfort dish and a staple in homes and traditional inns.
Slow-cooked beef stew with lots of onion and paprika, usually served with nokedli. A classic example of deep Hungarian paprika flavor.
River fish soup, often carp-based, cooked with hot paprika. It is especially traditional along the Danube and at festive family meals.
Refined Hungarian dining in a historic building, with updated national classics and strong wine service in a formal atmosphere.
Michelin-starred fine dining with a modern tasting menu rooted in Hungarian ingredients. Stylish, intimate, and one of Budapest’s top tables.
Traditional Hungarian restaurant known for goulash, pörkölt, and live music. Warm, old-style atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Europe: stays and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, while central hotels and tourist areas cost more. Transit is good value.
About 10% is common in restaurants if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change or round up at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olomouc 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.

Most Olomouc to Budapest trains use the Olomouc hlavní nádraží to Budapest-Nyugati station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld. Use this guide to compare Olomouc and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Olomouc hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Olomouc city centre. Public transport options include:
Olomouc hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Moritz, Hanácká Hospoda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palác, Hotel Flora, NH Collection Olomouc Congress.
Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží is 1 km from Olomouc city centre. Public transport options include:
Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
Available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
Olomouc město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Olomouc město.
ATMs are available at Olomouc město.
Available at Olomouc město: Parking, WC.
Available at Olomouc město: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc město.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
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 storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
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