All Great Journeys Start With A Map 🌎 Try DOTS for free
Virail Logo

Prague to Budapest Bus

the dotted world map
06/23/2025
+ Add return
Stay with Booking.com

Download our App for free

Find the cheapest ticket for your trip

Secure your ticket today and get the best deals!

Today $20.42
Tomorrow $20.42
2 days $20.42
3 days $25.54

Prague to Budapest by bus

The journey from Prague to Budapest by bus is 276.32 mi and takes 7 hr 59 min. There are 138 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:45 AM and the last at 11:59 PM. It is possible to travel from Prague to Budapest by bus for as little as $20.42 or as much as $96.12. The best price for this journey is $20.42.

Lowest Price $20.42
Journey Duration 7 hr 59 min
Connection per Day 138
Lowest Price $20.42
Highest Price $96.12
First Departure 1:45 AM
Last Departure 11:59 PM
Distance 276.32 mi
Departure Prague
Arrival Budapest
Carriers FlixBus, Express Busline EU

Prague to Budapest Bus Times

Departure date
Monday, Jun 23, 2025

Compare prices and tickets from Prague to Budapest

Best time to book Prague to Budapest travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $20.86 to $27.66 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 25% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Prague to Budapest

The cheapest Prague - Budapest bus tickets can be found for as low as $21.75 if you’re lucky, or $24.58 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $28.76.

Find the best day to travel to Budapest by bus

When travelling to Budapest by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus, RegioJet and Arda Tur from Prague to Budapest
Compare services on board when travelling from Prague to Budapest by bus.
Facilities FlixBus RegioJet Arda Tur
power_sockets Power sockets check check check
luggage Luggage check check cross
food_and_drink Food and drink check check check
air_con Air conditioning check check check
wifi WiFi check check check
accessibility Accessibility check check cross
bicycle Bicycle check check check
entertainment_portal Entertainment Portal check cross cross
mobility_and_wheelchair_services landingPage.services.mobility_and_wheelchair_services check cross cross
quiet_zone Quiet zone cross check cross

Prague to Budapest CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
31.13kg
Bus
33.35kg
Flight
88.94kg
Car
71.15kg

Anything we can improve?

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Prague to Budapest?
A bus ticket from Prague to Budapest is $40.74. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $20.42.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Prague to Budapest?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Prague to Budapest is $20.42. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Prague and Budapest by bus?
Prague to Budapest is 276.32 mi.
How long does the bus between Prague and Budapest take?
Prague to Budapest is on average 7 hr 59 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hr 11 min.
Which companies operate from Prague to Budapest?
The bus journey from Prague to Budapest is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus, Express Busline EU, Express Busline, RegioJet, D.M.D and Arda Tur.
How many bus connections per day go from Prague to Budapest?
Prague to Budapest has 138 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Prague to Budapest leave?
The earliest bus from Prague to Budapest departs at 1:45 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Prague to Budapest depart?
The latest bus from Prague to Budapest departs at 11:59 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Prague to Budapest in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $20.42 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Prague to Budapest?
There are on average 97 direct connection(s) from Prague to go to Budapest.
What's the fastest journey time between Prague to Budapest by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Prague and Budapest is 6 hr 11 min.
Is there a direct bus from Prague to Budapest?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Prague and Budapest.
What are the CO2 emissions for Prague to Budapest by bus?
The bus journey from Prague to Budapest creates 33.35kg of CO2 emissions.

Go local from Prague

Buses Prague - JičínBuses Prague - PilsenBuses Prague - WrocławBuses Prague - Karlovy VaryBuses Prague - PardubiceBuses Prague - BenešovBuses Prague - DresdenBuses Prague - Špindlerův MlýnBuses Prague - Ústí nad LabemBuses Prague - Jablonec nad NisouBuses Prague - VodňanyBuses Prague - Loket, Central Bohemia

Trending routes

Buses Prague - BerlinBuses Prague - MunichBuses Prague - DresdenBuses Prague - CologneBuses Prague - PardubiceBuses Prague - Karlovy VaryBuses Prague - JihlavaBuses Prague - ChebBuses Prague - ChemnitzBuses Prague - GörlitzBuses Prague - PilsenBuses Prague - Jablonec nad Nisou

Weekend getaways from Prague

Buses Prague - AmsterdamBuses Prague - KatowiceBuses Prague - StrasbourgBuses Prague - ThunBuses Prague - BregenzBuses Prague - Cologne

International routes from Prague and nearby areas

Buses Prague - AmsterdamBuses Prague - MunichBuses Prague - ThunBuses Prague - DresdenBuses Prague - WrocławBuses Prague - KatowiceBuses Prague - ChemnitzBuses Prague - BucharestBuses Prague - Jelenia GóraBuses Prague - BregenzBuses Prague - CologneBuses Prague - Jönköping

Other destinations from Prague

Buses Prague - JihlavaBuses Prague - JičínBuses Prague - BenešovBuses Prague - ChebBuses Prague - Dvůr Králové nad LabemBuses Prague - PardubiceBuses Prague - Nové Město na MoravěBuses Prague - Jablonec nad NisouBuses Prague - VodňanyBuses Prague - Loket, Central BohemiaBuses Prague - Ústí nad LabemBuses Prague - Pilsen

Main routes to Budapest

Buses Szeged - BudapestBuses Miskolc - BudapestBuses Győr - Budapest

Related routes

Buses Budapest - Prague

Other popular routes

Buses Porto d'Ascoli - NaplesBuses Lauria - RomeBuses Lisbon - BarcelonaBuses Paris - BrugesBuses Paris - LisbonBuses Chambéry - MilanBuses Montgomery, AL - Mobile, ALBuses Washington, DC - Houston, TXBuses Beasain - BarcelonaBuses Dallas, TX - Modesto, CABuses Keswick - LondonBuses Columbus, OH - Salinas, CABuses Madrid - ParisBuses Wismar - MunichBuses Zurich - RomeBuses Madrid - RomeBuses Barcelona - MilanBuses Mestre - BolognaBuses Seville - PonferradaBuses Figueres - Perpignan