The cheapest and fastest coaches from Prague to Budapest
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Buses per day
66
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Prague to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Budapest will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 66 buses that leave Prague for Budapest every day 54 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 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.
FlixBus23:596h11Prague, Central Train Station6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£311One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:596h26Prague, Central Train Station6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£311One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:456h40Praha, ÚAN Florenc6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:457h15Prague, Central Train Station20:00Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:357h45Praha, ÚAN Florenc18:20Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:596h11Prague, Central Train Station6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£311One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:456h25Praha, ÚAN Florenc6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:596h26Prague, Central Train Station6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£311One-way0 changes
00030110:306h30Praha, ÚAN Florenc17:00Budapest£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:456h40Praha, ÚAN Florenc6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Prague to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 44m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 444 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £221 Average Price |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m 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
Prague to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Budapest coaches for today, Wednesday 20 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:45 Praha, Roztyly | 10h45 | 9:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
(Prague -> Budapest) | 23:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 6h45 | 5:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
(Prague -> Budapest) | 23:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h05 | 6:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:15 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 10h15 | 9:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Prague, Central Train Station | 10h05 | 9:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 6h40 | 6:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 6h25 | 6:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Prague, Central Train Station | 6h11 | 6:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Prague, Central Train Station | 6h26 | 6:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h05 | 8:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 6h45 | 8:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h35 | 10:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h55 | 10:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h20 | 11:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h35 | 11:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h15 | 10:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h05 | 10:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h25 | 11:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h05 | 12:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h25 | 12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h10 | 12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 6h50 | 12:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h20 | 13:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h10 | 13:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h15 | 15:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h35 | 14:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h20 | 14:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h20 | 14:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 8h00 | 15:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h05 | 14:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
(Prague -> Budapest) | 9:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 6h45 | 16:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
(Prague -> Budapest) | 9:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h05 | 16:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
6630064 | 10:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h30 | 18:00 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
000301 | 10:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 6h30 | 17:00 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h45 | 18:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h25 | 18:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h10 | 18:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Praha, Roztyly | 7h20 | 18:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Praha, Roztyly | 7h00 | 18:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Praha, Roztyly | 7h45 | 18:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
6678836 | 11:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 6h45 | 17:45 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Prague, Central Train Station | 9h20 | 20:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h15 | 19:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h30 | 20:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h15 | 20:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h00 | 19:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h15 | 23:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:05 Prague, Central Train Station | 9h00 | 23:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h10 | 21:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h25 | 21:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Praha, Černý Most | 8h10 | 23:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 Praha, Černý Most | 8h50 | 23:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h35 | 22:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:25 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h20 | 22:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Praha, Roztyly | 7h40 | 23:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Praha, Roztyly | 8h20 | 23:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h30 | 0:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h10 | 23:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h20 | 0:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Prague, Central Train Station | 7h00 | 23:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 9h40 | 3:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 9h25 | 3:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
6567116 | 18:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 7h20 | 1:20 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
000278 | 18:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 8h00 | 2:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1051 (Prague -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 20:21 Praha-Zahradní Město | 9h24 | 5:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
RJ 1051 (Prague -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 20:41 Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h04 | 5:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prague to Budapest
Buses from Prague to Budapest run on average 55 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 444 km distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 444 km |
Average bus duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 55 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 6h 26m |
First bus 0:14 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Express Busline, Infobus, ArdaTur, DMD Group, D.M.D. Group, Korona Travel from Prague to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Prague to Budapest with FlixBus, Express Busline, Infobus, ArdaTur, DMD Group, D.M.D. Group, Korona Travel 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 Prague to Budapest
The distance from Prague in Czechoslovakia to Budapest in Hungary is around 325 miles. Buses complete this journey in between 6 hours 30 minutes and 7 hours 30 minutes. Buses depart from Prague Main Railway Station in the centre of the city, arriving at Budapest Népliget Bus Station. There are both direct and indirect buses from Prague to Budapest with services run by Flixbus. There are regular departures from Prague, with buses leaving up to 4 times per hour during the day, but a less regular service during the night with 3 bus departures from Prague.
Taking the Bus from Prague
Bus services from Prague all depart from the city's UAN Florenc Bus Station. Located close to the heart of the city, Florenc is also a metro stop, which makes it easily accessible. Buses from Prague to Budapest depart from Florenc's platform 22, and the station is open from 4 a.m. until midnight. Prague's Metro service runs from 4:45 a.m. until after midnight, making it easy to reach most departures. For the earliest buses, there are night trams from the centre of town as well.
Getting into Budapest by Bus
Hungary's capital is a magical city - with stunning baroque architecture, fascinating museums and unique attractions like the array of thermal baths. All Eurolines and Student Agency buses from Prague to Budapest arrive at the city's Nepliget Bus Station. Nepliget is located on the M3 Metro Line, providing rapid access to the city centre. Get off at Kalvin Ter or Deak Ferenc ter, and change to the M5 line, which stops at the major central attractions. There are also plenty of local trolley buses and trams, along with the HEV suburban railway that serves outlying districts.
FAQs: Prague to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Express Busline
- Cancellation policies can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions
- cancellations made at least 48 hours before departure are refundable, while those made within 24 hours incur a 50% deduction, and those between 24 and 48 hours incur a 20% deduction.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Express Busline
- One checked luggage and one hand luggage are allowed, with two pieces of luggage up to 50 kg each permitted on the Chisinau to Prague route without additional costs.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Express Busline
- Additional luggage is allowed subject to capacity and payment of a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Express Busline
- Small animals are permitted if kept in a carrier with a maximum size of 70 x 30 x 50 cm.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Budapest
- 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
- 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
- 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
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