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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Pilsen to Budapest
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
8 h 36 m
Average duration
10 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pilsen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pilsen to Budapest will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
It's difficult to get from Pilsen to Budapest without transferring at least once.
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4:22 AM8h36Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi12:58 PMBudapest$761One-way1 transfer- 7:22 AM8h36Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi3:58 PMBudapest$761One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 PM14h58Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi12:58 PMBudapest$761One-way1 transfer
11:00 AM8h58Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi7:58 PMBudapest$991One-way1 transfer
- 4:22 AM8h36Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi12:58 PMBudapest$761One-way1 transfer
- 7:22 AM8h36Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi3:58 PMBudapest$761One-way1 transfer
- 11:00 AM8h58Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi7:58 PMBudapest$991One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 PM14h58Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi12:58 PMBudapest$761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pilsen to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pilsen to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 301 miles (485 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 50m Average total duration Fastest 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pilsen to Budapest:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pilsen to Budapest costing on average $82 (€66).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 22m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€66) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€25). The journey takes 9h 20m versus 6h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Pilsen to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Pilsen to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:22 AM Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi | 8h36 | 12:58 PM Budapest | 1 transfer | |
| 7:22 AM Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi | 8h36 | 3:58 PM Budapest | 1 transfer | |
| 11:00 AM Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi | 8h58 | 7:58 PM Budapest | 1 transfer | |
| 10:00 PM Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi | 14h58 | 12:58 PM Budapest | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pilsen to Budapest
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Trains from Pilsen to Budapest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 301 miles (485 km) distance in 8h 36m.
Distance 301 miles (485 km) |
Average train duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 36m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), Die Länderbahn from Pilsen to Budapest trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD), Die Länderbahn trains will get you between Pilsen and Budapest from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
České dráhy (ČD)
Die Länderbahn
FAQs: Trains from Pilsen to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pilsen 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.
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