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Villa Tugendhat
Villa museum by Mies van der Rohe, admired for pioneering modernist design and guided tours of its restored living spaces.
Cheapest price on 25 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
4 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
4 h 11 m
Trains on 25 Sept
29
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Brno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Brno will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 29 trains from Budapest to Brno, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) · (Vienna -> Brno)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)
EN 40476
RJ 274
RJ 276
EC 278
RJ 270
RJ 272The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Brno trains for today, Thursday 24 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 174+ Os 4610 | 7:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 11:56 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
RJ 174+ Os 4610 | 7:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 12:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
RJ 174 | 7:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 11:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 7:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h14 | 12:12 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 278 | 9:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 13:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 278+ Os 4612 | 9:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 13:56 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
EC 278+ Os 4612 | 9:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 14:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
RJ 276+ Os 4616 | 11:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h25 | 15:55 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
RJ 276+ Os 4616 | 11:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 16:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
RJ 276 | 11:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 15:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 11:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h14 | 16:12 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 274 | 13:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 17:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 274+ Os 4620 | 13:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 18:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
RJ 274+ Os 4620 | 13:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 17:56 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h14 | 19:12 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 272 | 15:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 19:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 272+ Os 4622 | 15:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 20:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
RJ 272+ Os 4622 | 15:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 19:56 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
RJ 270+ Os 4624 | 17:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 22:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
RJ 270+ Os 4624 | 17:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 21:56 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
RJ 270 | 17:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 21:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) · (Vienna -> Brno) | 17:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 5h32 | 23:30 Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 1 change | |
EN 40476 | 19:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h56 | 0:26 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 25 September | |||||
EC 280+ Os 4608 | 5:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 9:56 Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
EC 280+ Os 4608 | 5:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h36 | 10:06 Brno-Královo Pole | 1 change | |
EC 280 | 5:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 9:41 Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Budapest to Brno run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 0:46 |
Last train 23:47 |
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Discover the best of Brno — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brno trip today.
Villa museum by Mies van der Rohe, admired for pioneering modernist design and guided tours of its restored living spaces.
Main branch of the Moravian Gallery in a Baroque palace, showing design, fashion and visual culture in ambitious temporary exhibitions.
Art museum in a former governor’s palace with permanent collections and changing exhibitions spanning Czech and European visual art.
Lively main square framed by historic buildings, events and public art. A key meeting point and easy stop on any city-centre walk.
Brno’s central square with colourful facades, fountains and seasonal markets. A practical base for exploring the historic core on foot.
Leafy hillside park above the centre with paths, mature trees and open viewpoints. Ideal for a quiet walk close to major sights.
A rich Moravian beef soup with root vegetables, liver dumplings or noodles. A classic Sunday and festive starter across Brno and South Moravia.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings and cranberries. One of the most familiar Czech celebratory meals.
Roast duck with red or white cabbage and dumplings. A beloved traditional meal in Moravia, especially for weekend family lunches.
Refined restaurant serving modern Czech and Central European cooking in an elegant, contemporary space popular for dinner and special occasions.
Smart rooftop restaurant and bar with city views, contemporary cuisine and polished service, suited to a more upscale evening out.
Traditional Czech beer hall near the city centre, known for hearty Moravian dishes and fresh tank beer in a lively historic setting.
Budget-friendly by Central European standards; hotels, meals and public transport usually cost less than in Prague, Vienna or Munich.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Brno hlavní nádraží -> Náměstí Svobody, Brno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Brno 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 Brno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Brno trains use the Budapest-Nyugati to Brno hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Brno-Židenice nádraží. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Brno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Brno hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka, Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brno hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grandhotel Brno, Hotel Continental, Hotel Slavia.
Brno-Židenice nádraží is 2 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Židenice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Židenice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Židenice nádraží.
Available at Brno-Židenice nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brno-Židenice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Židenice nádraží.
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží is 4 km from Brno city centre. Public transport options include:
Brno-Královo Pole nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
ATMs are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brno-Královo Pole nádraží.
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