The cheapest and fastest trains from Ostrava to Budapest
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ostrava to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ostrava to Budapest will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ostrava for Budapest 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 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 14 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.
R 1116 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
R 347 · R 726 · REX 1813 · EC 173
EC 141 · R 722 · REX 1811 · EC 279
EC 131
EC 105 · EC 277
EC 105 · EC 277
EC 131
R 347 · R 726 · REX 1813 · EC 173
EC 141 · R 722 · REX 1811 · EC 279
R 1116 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ostrava to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ostrava to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 5m. 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 coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £143.
Distance: 266 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£29 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £346 Average Price |
6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 18m Average total duration 14h 18m 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
Ostrava to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Ostrava to Budapest trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 103 · EC 275 | 07:51 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 5h37 | 13:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
EC 105 · EC 277 | 09:51 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 5h37 | 15:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
EC 141 · R 722 · REX 1811 · EC 279 | 10:50 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 6h38 | 17:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 3 changes | |
R 1116 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:44 Ostrava-Svinov station | 7h14 | 18:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
EC 131 | 12:51 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 5h58 | 18:49 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
R 347 · R 726 · REX 1813 · EC 173 | 12:54 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 6h34 | 19:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ostrava to Budapest
Trains from Ostrava to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 00:55 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), PKP Intercity from Ostrava to Budapest trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), PKP Intercity trains will get you between Ostrava and Budapest from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Ostrava to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostrava to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ostrava and Budapest
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant Slunečnice
- Pivnice U Rady
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Maria
- Hotel Brioni
- Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Slovakia, Poland, Austria, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Peterkova street.
- Restaurant U Dvoraka
- Pizzeria Coloseum
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava
- Hotel Jan Maria
- Hotel Akord
- Located in the main hall
- Auto Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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