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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 on Oct 29
€24
Average ticket price on Oct 29
€64
Fastest journey on Oct 29
5 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
5 h 23 m
Trains on Oct 29
16
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 €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Olomouc to Budapest without transferring at least once.
Os 3860 · Os 4202 · rj 271
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R 808 · EC 279
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R 806 · EC 281
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Sp 2024 · EC 131
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(Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
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R 812 · rj 275
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R 810 · rj 277
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R 806 · EC 281
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R 814 · rj 273
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Trains from Olomouc to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 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 4h 34m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Olomouc to Budapest.
The table below shows live departures for Olomouc to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 269 | 5:04 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 12:16 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 881 · R 824 · rj 51 · rjx 269 | 5:57 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h19 | 12:16 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
(Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:00 AM Olomouc, Jeremenkova (Nástupiště M) | 7h01 | 1:01 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
R 1102 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:26 AM Lipník nad Bečvou | 6h35 | 1:01 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 | 6h51 | 2:16 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
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 | 6h51 | 4:16 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 885 · Os 4208 · rj 55 · rjx 63 | 9:34 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 4:16 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 | 6h51 | 6:16 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 887 · Os 4210 · rj 251 · rjx 65 | 11:34 AM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 6:16 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
R 808 · EC 279 | 1:05 PM Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 5h23 | 6:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 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-Kelenföld station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Nyugati. 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.
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 Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti 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: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
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