There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train or night bus from Budapest (Hungary) to Prague (Czech Republic), taking between approximately 7 and 9 hours: Namely the EN 40476 and the BUS Budapešť - Praha. These lines are operated by ÖBB and Regiojet.

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ÖBB

The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) operate the Nightjet and Euronight trains (the latter together with other national railway agencies).

What types of carriages are available on ÖBB trains?

The ÖBB usually offer three types of carriages in their night trains: seats, couchettes, and sleepers.

What's the difference between seats, couchettes, and sleeper cars?

While seats are only for the bravest, couchettes and sleepers offer a more comfortable journey. The couchettes usually feature simple and rather narrow berths, while the sleepers boast beds with duvets and pillows and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes accommodate up to six people, while sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.

What amenities do sleeper cars offer?

They sometimes include a private bathroom or even a shower, sometimes only a sink.

Regiojet

Regiojet operates both night trains and night buses across Europe, providing various travel options.

What do Regiojet night trains offer?

Their night trains feature several types of cabins, including seats that can recline slightly for added comfort, as well as private sleeping couchettes that accommodate one to four passengers, equipped with bedding and duvets. Wifi is available and breakfast and coffee are complimentary.

What are the night buses like?

Regiojet night buses feature ergonomic seating that can recline for comfort, with generous legroom and amenities such as USB charging ports, free WiFi, personal entertainment screens, and complimentary refreshments available during the journey. There is also a toilet on the bus.

For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 20 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!

Next available offers

Wed, 10.09.2025

from 20 EUR

Thu, 11.09.2025

from 23 EUR

Fri, 12.09.2025

from 26 EUR

Sat, 13.09.2025

from 26 EUR

Sun, 14.09.2025

from 30 EUR

Mon, 15.09.2025

from 30 EUR

Tue, 16.09.2025

from 20 EUR