How to get from Prague to Budapest-Keleti
- 445 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 9h 35m
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We compared the ways to travel from Prague to Budapest-Keleti. The most useful door-to-door route takes 9h 35m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 445 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
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445 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €68Reading date not recorded | 11h 17m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €26Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 9h 35m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€68Reading date not recorded11h 17m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€26Omio catalogue, Oct 39h 35m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Prague to Budapest-Keleti: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Praha hlavní nádraží → Budapest Népligetbus
FlixBus·6h 26m - 2Budapest Népliget → BudapestbusCity transit·10m
- 3Budapest Ferenc Liszt → Budapest-KeletibusAirport shuttle bus·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusPraha hlavní nádraží-Budapest NépligetBook →City transitBudapest Népliget-Budapest, Budapest-BudapestSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busBudapest Ferenc Liszt-Budapest-KeletiBook →
MAVPraha hlavní nádraží-BudapestBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, City transit, Airport shuttle bus, MAV; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Prague to Budapest-Keleti works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Praha hlavní nádraží to Budapest Népliget, about 6h 26m. Transfer in Budapest Népliget and continue by City transit bus on to Budapest (10 min). Transfer in Budapest and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Budapest-Keleti (35 min). In total it's roughly €37 over 9h 35m, 2 transfers.
Prague to Budapest-Keleti: common questions
How long does it take to get from Prague to Budapest-Keleti?
The most useful route takes about 9h 35m by bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a bus from Prague to Budapest-Keleti?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Budapest-Keleti from Prague?
About 445 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Prague to Budapest-Keleti cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €37. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Prague to Budapest-Keleti?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, City transit, Airport shuttle bus, MAV.
What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Budapest-Keleti?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, City transit, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026