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Velký svět techniky
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£24
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£26
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
7 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
7 h 28 m
Trains on 12 Oct
3
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Ostrava will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Budapest to Ostrava you need to make at least one change.
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1117 (Brno -> Bohumín)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1117 (Brno -> Bohumín)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava)Trains from Budapest to Ostrava run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Ostrava trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1117 (Brno -> Bohumín) | 7:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h37 | 15:35 Ostrava-Svinov station | 1 change | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Olomouc) · RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ) | 11:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h06 | 19:04 Ostrava-Svinov station | 2 changes | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1131 (Brno -> Bohumín) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h37 | 22:35 Ostrava-Svinov station | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Ostrava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ostrava trip today.
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Compact gallery presenting 20th and 21st century Czech and international art in a striking converted industrial hall.
City museum covering Ostrava’s history, archaeology and cultural development inside the Old Town Hall on Masaryk Square.
Popular regenerated industrial quarter with cultural venues, open spaces and event life around the former steelworks.
Central square framed by historic buildings, fountains and the old town hall museum, ideal for a short walk in the city centre.
Large city park with ponds, woodland paths and sports facilities, well suited to relaxed walks away from the centre.
Hearty beef goulash with onion and paprika, commonly served with bread dumplings. A staple of Czech pub cooking widely enjoyed in Ostrava.
Soft bread dumplings filled with smoked meat and served with cabbage or fried onion. A filling traditional dish common in Moravia and Silesia.
Potato pancakes seasoned with garlic and marjoram, pan-fried until crisp. A beloved Czech comfort food often eaten at markets and beer halls.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in the Imperial Hotel, known for polished service and refined Czech and European cooking.
Stylish modern restaurant in Dolní Vítkovice serving Czech and international dishes in an industrial heritage setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant for tank beer, Czech classics and a lively pub atmosphere in central Ostrava.
Ostrava is budget-friendly for Czech city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and public transport costs than Prague or Brno.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. Taxis are usually rounded up slightly. In cafés, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Ostrava-Svinov -> Masarykovo náměstí, Ostrava
The most popular day trips by train from Ostrava are Katowice, Kraków, Žilina and Bratislava. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ostrava on Omio.

Katowice is a Silesian city known for its industrial heritage and modern cultural scene. Former mining sites now frame museums, music venues and bold public spaces.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 35m.

Kraków is Poland’s former royal capital, known for its preserved Old Town, Wawel Castle and strong cultural life. Medieval streets, Kazimierz and wartime history give the city depth, while cafés and riverside walks keep it lively.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 0m.

Žilina is a north-western Slovak city known for its arcaded old square and access to the Malá Fatra mountains. Its student life, industry and nearby Budatín Castle give it an energetic but grounded character.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 5m.

Bratislava is a compact Danube capital known for its castle, baroque Old Town and café-lined squares. Shaped by Habsburg history and life on the border with Austria and Hungary, it feels lively yet easy to explore.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 3h 5m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Ostrava trains use the Budapest-Nyugati to Ostrava, hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Ostrava-Svinov. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Ostrava 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 Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti 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: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží is 2 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava, 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 Slunečnice, Pivnice U Rady
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Maria, Hotel Brioni, Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel.
Ostrava-Svinov is 5 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava-Svinov 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 Dvoraka, Pizzeria Coloseum
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Svinov: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava, Hotel Jan Maria, Hotel Akord.
Ostrava-Stodolní 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 Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
ATMs are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
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