The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Ostrava
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
8
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 8 trains that leave Budapest for Ostrava every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ)11:587h06Budapest-Kelenfoeld19:04Ostrava-Svinov station£261One-way2 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava)14:587h37Budapest-Kelenfoeld22:35Ostrava, Náměstí Dr. Brauna (Svinov)£261One-way1 change
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1117 (Brno -> Bohumín)7:587h22Budapest-Kelenfoeld15:20Ostrava-Svinov station£281One-way1 change
EC 1308:126h01Budapest-Nyugati14:13Ostrava hlavní nádraží£281One-way0 changes
EC 278 · EC 2049:305h44Budapest-Nyugati15:14Ostrava hlavní nádraží£321One-way1 change
rj 272 · EC 10015:305h43Budapest-Nyugati21:13Ostrava hlavní nádraží£321One-way1 change
rj 274 · EC 20213:305h43Budapest-Nyugati19:13Ostrava hlavní nádraží£321One-way1 change
EC 278 · EC 2049:305h44Budapest-Nyugati15:14Ostrava hlavní nádraží£321One-way1 change
rj 276 · EC 10211:305h44Budapest-Nyugati17:14Ostrava hlavní nádraží£321One-way1 change
EC 1308:126h01Budapest-Nyugati14:13Ostrava hlavní nádraží£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Ostrava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 266 km
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £174 Average Price |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 52m Average total duration 13h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Ostrava train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Ostrava trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. 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 | 7h22 | 15:20 Ostrava-Svinov station | 1 change | |
EC 130 | 8:12 Budapest-Nyugati | 6h01 | 14:13 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 278 · EC 204 | 9:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 5h44 | 15:14 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
rj 276 · EC 102 | 11:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 5h44 | 17:14 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ) | 11:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h06 | 19:04 Ostrava-Svinov station | 2 changes | |
rj 274 · EC 202 | 13:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 5h43 | 19:13 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h37 | 22:35 Ostrava, Náměstí Dr. Brauna (Svinov) | 1 change | |
rj 272 · EC 100 | 15:30 Budapest-Nyugati | 5h43 | 21:13 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Ostrava
Trains from Budapest to Ostrava run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
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 43m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: České dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Ostrava trainsČeské dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Ostrava from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Budapest to Ostrava train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Ostrava
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.
Which Budapest station do trains to Ostrava leave from?
Getting to Budapest-Nyugati from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Which Ostrava station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Ostrava-Svinov from Ostrava city centre
Ostrava-Svinov is 5 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava-Svinov train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant U Dvoraka, Pizzeria Coloseum
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Svinov: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava, Hotel Jan Maria, Hotel Akord.
Getting to Ostrava, hlavní nádraží from Ostrava city centre
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží is 2 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Slunečnice, Pivnice U Rady
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Maria, Hotel Brioni, Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel.
Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
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