The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Brno
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Brno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Brno will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $38.
Of the 20 trains that leave Budapest for Brno every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Budapest to Brno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Brno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a coach costs an average of $18.
Distance: 261 km
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5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Brno train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Brno trains for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 6:58 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h14 | 11:12 am Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1260 · rj 252 | 7:24 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h17 | 11:41 am Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 278+ Os 4612 | 8:30 am Budapest-Nyugati | 4h26 | 12:56 pm Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
EC 278 | 8:30 am Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 12:41 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 278 | 8:30 am Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 12:41 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rjx 62 · rj 250 | 8:55 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h46 | 1:41 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 276+ Os 4616 | 10:30 am Budapest-Nyugati | 4h25 | 2:55 pm Brno-Židenice | 1 change | |
rj 276 | 10:30 am Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 2:41 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 276 | 10:30 am Budapest-Nyugati | 4h11 | 2:41 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rjx 64 · rj 56 | 10:55 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h46 | 3:41 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 10:58 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h14 | 3:12 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 1:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h14 | 6:12 pm Brno hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) · (Vienna -> Brno) | 4:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 5h32 | 10:30 pm Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Brno
Trains from Budapest to Brno run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:48, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 00:48 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Brno trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Brno from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Budapest to Brno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Brno by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Budapest, you have various train station options to start your route from including Budapest Keleti, Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Budapest-Deli, Budapest-Nyugati and Budapest Ferencváros Station. When arriving in Brno, you can end your trip in train stations like Brno hlavní nádraží, Brno-Židenice, Brno-Královo Pole and Brno-Černovice nádraží.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Budapest Keleti, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Brno hlavní nádraží, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Brno
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant U Dřevěného vlka
- Stopkova Plzeňská Pivnice
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Grandhotel Brno
- Hotel Continental
- Hotel Slavia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Austria, Slovakia, Germany, and regional destinations
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 10, 12
- Bus: Several lines available
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