The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
6 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
454 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 4 trains that leave Prague Vaclav Havel Airport for Budapest on Sat, Nov 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 454 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 42 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 m 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.
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €35.
Distance: 282 miles (454 km)
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€32 Average price | €96 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest trains for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 5:01 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 6h57 | 11:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 5:16 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 11:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:01 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 6h57 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:16 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:01 PM Praha-Zahradní Město | 6h57 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:16 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest
Trains from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (454 km) distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 282 miles (454 km) |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 04:16 |
Last train 19:44 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and Budapest from $21 (€17). 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 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport to Budapest
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available via Mester utca.
- Nándori Cukrászda
- Petrus Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- HUF 200
- Ibis Styles Budapest City
- Hotel Thomas Budapest
- Leonardo Hotel Budapest
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: freight services
- Tram: Line 2, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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