The cheapest and fastest trains from Pardubice to Budapest
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pardubice to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pardubice to Budapest will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 17 trains that leave Pardubice for Budapest every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 370 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
EC 279
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
EC 279
rj 277
rj 275
RJ 275
EC 279Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pardubice to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 370 km
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Live departures
Pardubice to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Pardubice to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 06:05 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h53 | 11:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 06:05 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 6h09 | 12:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 6231+ RJ 275 | 07:23 Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem | 6h05 | 13:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
RJ 275 | 07:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h52 | 13:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 275 | 07:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h52 | 13:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 55 · rjx 63 | 08:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 6h26 | 15:02 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 09:05 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 6h09 | 15:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 09:05 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h53 | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 6235+ RJ 277 | 09:23 Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem | 6h05 | 15:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
rj 277 | 09:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h52 | 15:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 277 | 09:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h52 | 15:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 251 · rjx 65 | 10:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 6h26 | 17:02 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
Os 6239+ EC 279 | 11:23 Pardubice-Rosice nad Labem | 6h05 | 17:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
EC 279 | 11:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h52 | 17:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 279 | 11:36 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h52 | 17:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:05 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 6h09 | 19:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:05 Pardubice hlavní nádraží | 5h53 | 18:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pardubice to Budapest
Trains from Pardubice to Budapest run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 370 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 370 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 00:55 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: České dráhy, Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet from Pardubice to Budapest trainsČeské dráhy, Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Pardubice and Budapest from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Pardubice to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pardubice 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 Pardubice and Budapest
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from the main road.
- Restaurant U Dvou Kohoutků
- Café Bajer
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Arnost Garni
- Hotel Zlatá Štika
- Hotel Labe
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to Prague, Vienna, Budapest
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 3, 33
- 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
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
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