The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Prague
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Buses per day
59
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Prague will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 59 buses that leave Budapest for Prague every day 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 444 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 444 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £190 Average Price |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Prague bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Prague coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h15 | 12:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h25 | 12:50 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
6279105 | 04:35 Budapest | 7h40 | 12:15 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 04:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h45 | 12:30 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h20 | 13:05 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h35 | 13:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h00 | 13:05 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h15 | 13:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h15 | 16:25 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h00 | 17:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h10 | 17:50 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 07:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h20 | 15:05 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h20 | 16:05 Praha, Roztyly | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 07:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h35 | 15:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h55 | 15:05 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h55 | 16:05 Praha, Roztyly | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 08:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h10 | 15:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h55 | 16:25 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h40 | 17:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h35 | 17:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h20 | 17:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h15 | 17:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h15 | 17:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h00 | 17:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h20 | 19:50 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h30 | 19:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h05 | 19:00 Praha, Roztyly | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h55 | 19:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h30 | 19:00 Praha, Roztyly | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h05 | 19:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h15 | 19:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h35 | 19:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h10 | 19:00 Praha, Roztyly | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h30 | 19:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h40 | 19:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h20 | 19:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h10 | 19:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h15 | 20:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h05 | 20:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h25 | 22:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h10 | 01:25 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h05 | 22:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h15 | 02:25 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h25 | 00:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h05 | 00:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h30 | 02:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h05 | 03:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h55 | 02:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h45 | 04:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 8h20 | 04:30 Praha, Roztyly | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h50 | 07:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h45 | 03:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h35 | 02:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:40 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h50 | 04:30 Praha, Roztyly | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h30 | 04:30 Praha, Roztyly | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague) | 21:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h49 | 06:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 21:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h10 | 05:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1040 (Brno -> Prague) | 21:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h01 | 06:51 Praha-Zahradní Město | 1 change | |
(Budapest -> Prague) | 22:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h50 | 05:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h25 | 04:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 6h15 | 04:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h10 | 04:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 6h00 | 04:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 00:30 Budapest | 7h45 | 08:15 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Prague
Buses from Budapest to Prague run on average 53 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 444 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 444 km |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 53 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Express Busline, Infobus, ArdaTur, České dráhy from Budapest to PragueYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Prague with FlixBus, Express Busline, Infobus, ArdaTur, České dráhy for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Budapest to Prague: Journey Details
Buses from Budapest to Prague take a direct route with no stops in between. The main operators on this line are Orange Ways and Regiojet. The first journey from Budapest is at 6:30 a.m. and the last journey is 11:30 p.m. There are multiple buses that operate throughout the day, with one leaving approximately every 2-3 hours. There are no peak and off-peak fares as the price remains almost the same throughout the day. Weekend travel operates on the same schedule with the addition of one extra carrier.
Return journeys on buses from Prague to Budapest are also available.
Taking the Bus from Budapest
Buses from Budapest to Prague leave from Nepliget bus station, the primary international and domestic coach station in Budapest. Located in the Tisztviselotelep section of Budapest, southeast from the city centre, the Nepliget Bus Station operates on several domestic bus routes as well as the M3 metro. Given its location next to the People's Park and Groupama Arena, the station can easily be reached by taxi. The estimated time to get to the station varies based on the origin. The drive is approximately 10 minutes or 22 minutes via public transit from the city centre. Bus service at night to the station is limited.
Getting into Prague by Bus
The Charles Bridge is a beautiful bridge that spans the Vltava River. The Old Town Square and St. Vitus Cathedral are two cultural and architectural landmarks. The Prague Astronomical Clock is an interesting medieval attraction that is still in operation today.
Buses from Budapest to Prague arrive at Prague Florenc Bus Station. Situated in the city centre, Prague Florenc Bus Station is accessible by several bus lines, the B and C metros, several trams and taxi. The journey from the station to the city centre is walkable and can be done in about 5 minutes. Bus options at night are limited.
FAQs: Budapest to Prague coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Prague by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, which is located around 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Prague, Central Train Station, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Budapest to Prague, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Prague
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Na Knížecí (in the station)
- Bistro Praha (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Knížete (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 137, 176, 191 Metro: B
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 135, 175, 207 Metro: C Train: All major s
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Florenc (in the station)
- Bistro Florenc (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 133, 135, 175, 207 Metro: B, C
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Černý Most (in the station)
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 177, 195, 201 Metro: B
- Bus: 131, 174, 180 Metro: A Train: S4, S5
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