There are 5 ways to get from Hungary to Prague by train, plane, subway, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train to Vienna, fly
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Take the train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Prague (PRG)
Cheapest option
Train to Budapest, fly, subway
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Take the train from Zuglo to Ferihegy
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Fly from Budapest (BUD) to Prague (PRG)
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Take the subway from Nádraží Veleslavín to Staroměstská
3 alternative options
Bus
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Take the bus from Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Prague Main station
Train
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Take the train from Budapest Déli Train Station to Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova
Drive
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Drive from Budapest to Prague
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Czech Republic from Hungary
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary
Restricted for: Foreign nationals from outside Czech Republic with the above exceptions
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Conditions of entry into Czech Republic from Hungary
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Czech Republic
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Mandatory
Considerations leaving from Hungary
There are no current restrictions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Czech Republic is currently allowed from Hungary.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are mandatory
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Prague is 1221.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Prague is mandatory.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1221.
No, returning to Hungary from Czech Republic is currently allowed.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 26 Jul 2022
Exceptions may apply, for full details: European Union.
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Hungary to Prague is to bus, which costs 10 000 Ft - 14 000 Ft and takes 7h 29m.
The quickest way to get from Hungary to Prague is to train and fly which costs 21 000 Ft - 130 000 Ft and takes 4h 13m.
No, there is no direct bus from Hungary to Prague station. However, there are services departing from Sánc utca and arriving at Prague Main station via Budapest Kelenföld bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest Déli Train Station station and arriving at Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 34m.
The distance between Hungary and Prague is 494 km. The road distance is 528.1 km.
The best way to get from Hungary to Prague without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs 10 000 Ft - 14 000 Ft.
It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Hungary to Prague, including transfers.
Hungary to Prague bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest Kelenföld bus station.
Hungary to Prague train services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Budapest Déli Train Station.
The best way to get from Hungary to Prague is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs 10 000 Ft - 14 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 11 000 Ft - 14 000 Ft and takes 7h 34m.
- Distance: 493.8 km
- Duration: 4h 13m
What companies run services between Hungary and Prague, Czech Republic?
FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Prague Main station every 3 hours. Tickets cost 600 Kč - 800 Kč and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a train from Budapest Déli Train Station to Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova 4 times a day. Tickets cost 370 Kč - 1 500 Kč and the journey takes 7h 34m. Hungarian Railways (MÁV) also services this route 4 times a day.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Budapest to Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 550 Kč - 4 100 Kč
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 3 200 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 490 Kč - 750 Kč
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 120 Kč - 150 Kč
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Zuglo to Ferihegy
- Ave. Duration
- 17 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- 16 Kč - 20 Kč
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Nyugati to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 2m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 700 Kč - 850 Kč
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 60 Kč - 230 Kč
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- 60 Kč - 80 Kč
- 1st Class
- 200 Kč - 230 Kč
- Phone
- 296 19 18 17
- Website
- dpp.cz
Subway from Nádraží Veleslavín to Staroměstská
- Ave. Duration
- 8 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- 24 Kč - 35 Kč
- Website
- Dopravní podnik hl. m. Prahy, akciová společnost
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Budapest Déli Train Station to Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 34m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 370 Kč - 1 500 Kč
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- 370 Kč - 550 Kč
- 1st Class
- 950 Kč - 1 500 Kč
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Prague Main station
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 600 Kč - 800 Kč
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Prague Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.
Hungary to Prague bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Prague Main station.
Hungary to Prague train services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova.
Yes, the driving distance between Hungary to Prague is 528 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Hungary to Prague.
Austrian Airlines offers flights from Vienna Airport to Prague Airport.
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