Budapest to Prague

Budapest to Prague

Budapest
Prague
Sat, May 25
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$26
 
 
$985

Other Options

Budapest to Prague Schedule

Budapest to Prague Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any timeHUF 176,815
MAV Second Class 05:40 - 13:11HUF 19,163
RegioJet Standard Seat 07:58 - 14:37HUF 12,959
Wizz Air Economy 09:00 - 22:40HUF 56,421
FlixBus Economy 10:55 - 18:30HUF 13,977
Wizz Air Economy 12:00 - 07:40HUF 36,409
RegioJet Relax 14:58 - 21:37HUF 16,078
FlixBus Economy 16:50 - 21:45HUF 14,963
Wizz Air Economy 19:35 - 07:30HUF 39,045
FlixBus Economy 21:00 - 05:30HUF 20,034
FlixBus Economy 22:00 - 16:30HUF 14,054

Transportation from Budapest to Prague

Facts about the transport from Budapest to Prague

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport5h
Earliest Departure6:25 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day43
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCzech Transfer Service, Daytrip, EasyJet, FlixBus, Norwegian International, RegioJet, RegioJet, Wizz Air

How to get from Budapest to Prague

Travelling between Budapest and Prague is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 984.34 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 25.56.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Prague?

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 26 hours to travel between Budapest and Prague depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Budapest and Prague. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 5h. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h 50m to reach Prague.

How much does it cost to get from Budapest to Prague?

Travelling between Budapest and Prague can be as cheap as USD 25.56 if you opt for a RegioJet train and as expensive as USD 984.34 if you buy a Czech Transfer Service (Czech Transfer Service, s.r.o.) taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Budapest and Prague ?

  • 24 from Budapest to Prague starting from 06:45 Budapest Nepliget Station until 23:45 Budapest Kelenfold
  • 5 from Budapest to Prague starting from 07:58 Budapest Kelenfold until 14:58 Budapest Kelenfold
  • 3 by flight from Budapest to Prague starting from 06:25 Budapest Airport until 19:30 Budapest Airport
  • 11 from Budapest to Prague starting from 00:00 Budapest Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Budapest Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Budapest to Prague.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Budapest to Prague overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Budapest and Prague

FlixBus, RegioJet

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Budapest and Prague

Czech Transfer Service (Czech Transfer Service, s.r.o.), Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Budapest to Prague?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus+Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 49% chosen Bus+Train
  • 29% opted for a bus
  • 19% took a train
  • 3% bought a taxi ride