The cheapest and fastest coaches from Prague to Banská Bystrica
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
10 h 5 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Prague to Banská Bystrica is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Banská Bystrica will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 6 buses that leave Prague for Banská Bystrica every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 374 km distance in an average of 10 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 6 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 and coach for Prague to Banská Bystrica
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Banská Bystrica among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 374 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£31 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Banská Bystrica bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Banská Bystrica coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 11h40 | 08:45 Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 12h20 | 11:05 Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Prague, Central Train Station | 12h06 | 11:05 Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 9h40 | 14:15 Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 05:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h45 | 14:15 Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 11h55 | 01:15 Banská Bystrica, Mičínská Cesta 1424/16 | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prague to Banská Bystrica
Buses from Prague to Banská Bystrica run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 374 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 374 km |
Average bus duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Turancar, FlixBus from Prague to Banská BystricaYou can travel by bus between Prague to Banská Bystrica with Turancar, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Prague to Banská Bystrica coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Banská Bystrica 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 Banská Bystrica, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Banská Bystrica
- 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
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