How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Prague?

The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Prague start from $21. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Prague?

The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Prague is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 286 miles (461 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Budapest to Prague route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet , Express Busline , Infobus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Prague?

The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Prague at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Prague?

A bus trip from Budapest to Prague generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Budapest to Prague?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Express Busline , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Prague?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Budapest to Prague?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Prague?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Express Busline , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Budapest to Prague from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:50pm	Népliget	7h 10m	6:00am	Florenc	Cheapest
	11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:58am	Kelenföld	7h 57m	3:55pm	Florenc	No tags
	6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	9h 55m	4:40pm	PRG Airport	No tags
	10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:50pm	Népliget	7h 10m	6:00am	Florenc	Cheapest
	11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
	2:30am	Népliget	7h 45m	10:15am	Florenc	No tags
AMI-TOUR	12:00pm	McDonalds, Szigetszentmiklós M0 19-es km	9h	9:00pm	Bus Station "Zlichin"	No tags
	10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50pm	Népliget	7h 10m	6:00am	Florenc	Cheapest
11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
2:30am	Népliget	7h 45m	10:15am	Florenc	No tags
10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags
6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	9h 55m	4:40pm	PRG Airport	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50pm	Népliget	7h 10m	6:00am	Florenc	Cheapest
11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
2:30am	Népliget	7h 45m	10:15am	Florenc	No tags
10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags
6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	9h 55m	4:40pm	PRG Airport	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50pm	Népliget	7h 10m	6:00am	Florenc	Cheapest
11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
2:30am	Népliget	7h 45m	10:15am	Florenc	No tags
10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags
6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	9h 55m	4:40pm	PRG Airport	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50pm	Népliget	7h 10m	6:00am	Florenc	Cheapest
11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
2:30am	Népliget	7h 45m	10:15am	Florenc	No tags
10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags
6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	9h 55m	4:40pm	PRG Airport	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Prague on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	7h 35m	2:20pm	Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)	Cheapest
11:45pm	Kelenföld	6h	5:45am	Prague (Main Railway Station)	Fastest
2:30am	Népliget	7h 45m	10:15am	Florenc	No tags
10:50am	Népliget	7h 40m	6:30pm	Florenc	No tags
6:45am	Könyves Kálmán	9h 55m	4:40pm	PRG Airport	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Budapest to Prague

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Prague. The journey takes about 6 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

6h 41mAverage Duration

276 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $121	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $61	Average Duration6h 41m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Prague?

Stops in Budapest

A
Budapest Airport
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B
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary

Stops in Prague

A
Tomíčkova
Tomíčkova 2234, Chodov, 148 00 Praha-Praha 11, Czechia
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B
PRG Airport
Aviatická, 161 08, Praha 6, Czechia
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C
Florenc
Křižíkova 2b, Nové Město, 186 00 Praha-Praha 8, Czech Republic
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D
Černý Most
Chlumecká, 198 00 Praha 20, Czech Republic
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E
Zličín
Drahoňovského, 163 00 Praha 17, Czech Republic
F
Hlavní nádraží
300/8 Wilsonova, 110 00 Praha, Czechia
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,484 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

According to customer reviews, the staff of this bus company is praised for their good service and clear communication. However, there are also reports of extremely rude bus drivers who yelled at passengers.

RegioJet Budapest Prague recent customer reviews

Train was on time. It was hot due to aircondition mulfunction. Toilets were not clean.

Hamdi K.

June 18, 2024

It had a working restroom and WiFi. However, it arrived and took off late. And they have a back row with 5 seats, all taken. It was horrible having an 8-hr overnight trip not being able to even lean on either side while someone had an empty seat up front.

Mayra J.

August 20, 2023

I think I never more will take this company. Doesn’t has information where get the bus in Praha.

Hitalon R.

December 31, 2019

Express Busline

5/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Infobus

4/5491 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

CZ bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest to Prague by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Prague?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Prague start from $21. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Prague?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Prague is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 286 miles (461 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Prague route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Express Busline, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Prague?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Prague at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Prague?
A bus trip from Budapest to Prague generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Prague?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Express Busline, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Prague?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Budapest to Prague?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Prague?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Express Busline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/29

$50

11/30

$44

Today

$28

12/02

$24

12/03

$24

12/04

$24

12/05

$31

12/06

$28

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Prague was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Prague, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $119 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Prague based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.