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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

6:00PM
8h
2:00AM
Prague - Prague Florenc Bus Station
Cheapest
Budapest - BUD Airport
Cheapest
7:35PM
12h45m
8:20AM
Prague - Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)
2nd Cheapest
Budapest - Airport (BUD)
2nd Cheapest
11:59PM
5h56m
5:55AM
Prague - Wilsonova
Fastest
Budapest - Kelenföld
Fastest
12:35PM
7h45m
8:20PM
Prague - Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)
Budapest - Könyves Kálmán
2:20PM
6h45m
9:05PM
Prague - Prague (Central Bus Station Florenc)
Budapest - Könyves Kálmán
Bus Prague to Budapest: Trip Overview

Bus Prague to Budapest: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29
Average bus trip duration7h 25m
Number of daily buses51
Earliest bus departure1:50 AM
Distance278 miles (448 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

Prague to Budapest Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures51
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:50AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$22
Average Ticket Price$29
Minimum Trip Duration5h56m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h25m
Distance278 miles (448 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, RegioJet, Arda Tur, Express Busline
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Prague - Budapest

You can take a bus or a train to go from Prague to Budapest. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from Prague to Budapest takes around 7h 25m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 56m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 276 miles (445 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Prague and Budapest is 276 miles (445 km).

You can choose from 51 travel times and travel with FlixBus, RegioJet and Arda Tur. The number of buses operating from Prague to Budapest may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Prague to Budapest a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 1:50 AM and 11:59 PM.

If you're headed to Budapest from Prague, chances are that your bus will leave from Florenc and arrive at Népliget. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

You can expect to pay around $29 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $23 and $146, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Budapest, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Buda Castle District, The Great Synagogue, Shoes on the Danube Bank, Hungarian National Museum and Heroes' Square.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/27
$26
03/28
$25
Today
$25
03/30
$25
03/31
$34
04/01
$25
04/02
$25
04/03
$26
The cheapest trip from Prague to Budapest was searched and found on Apr 1, 2024 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $95 for a bus ticket from Prague to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2024-04-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Prague and Budapest!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Prague to Budapest.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Prague to Budapest.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Prague to Budapest.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Prague to Budapest?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time7h 25mAvg Price$29Daily Departures51
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time6h 43mAvg Price$34Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Prague and Budapest is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $29 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $23. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Budapest, choose the bus, as it will take you from Prague to Budapest in about 6h 43m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Prague by bus?

Bus from Budapest to Prague

You can also go to Budapest by train

Train from Prague to Budapest

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