Prague to Budapest by train
Travelling from Prague to Budapest by train takes about 8h 11m, run by MAV. A quicker option we found is bus, at 6h 11m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €17
- Total journey
- 8h 11m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- MAV
Omio catalogue, Oct 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Praha hlavní nádraží to Budapest
MAV8h 11mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Prague to Budapest
MAV runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:18 and the last at 00:18.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAV | 1 | 00:18 | 00:18 |
All departures
- 00:18
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- MAV
- Timetable
- First train at 00:18, last at 00:18, 1 a day with MAV.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €67Older observation | 1h 23mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €20Omio catalogue, Oct 8 | 6h 11mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€67Older observation1h 23m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€20Omio catalogue, Oct 86h 11m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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 Thu, Oct 8
Prague to Budapest by train: common questions
How long does Prague to Budapest take by train?
About 8h 11m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Prague to Budapest?
Omio publishes €17 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from Prague to Budapest?
MAV. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 6h 11m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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