There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Prague by train, bus, rideshare, car, plane, subway or shuttle
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Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
Cheapest option
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Vienna to Prague
4 alternative options
Bus
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Take the bus from Vienna Erdberg to Prague Main station
Drive
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Drive from Vienna to Prague
Fly, subway
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Prague (PRG)
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Take the subway from Nádraží Veleslavín to Staroměstská
Shuttle
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Take a shuttle bus from Wien to Praha
Vienna to Prague by train
The train journey time between Vienna and Prague is around 4h 1m and covers a distance of around 401 km. Operated by Railjet, RegioJet and Hungarian Railways (MÁV), the Vienna to Prague train service departs from Wien Hbf and arrives in Praha Hlavni Nadrazi. Typically 113 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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International entry into Czech Republic from Austria
- Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Conditions of entry into Czech Republic from Austria
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Czech Republic
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Considerations leaving from Austria
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Czech Republic is currently allowed from Austria.
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 Austria from Czech Republic is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 21 Feb 2023
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Vienna to Prague is to rideshare, which costs €17 and takes 4h 30m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Prague is to fly and subway which costs €40 - €280 and takes 2h 41m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna Erdberg and arriving at Prague Main station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.
The distance between Vienna and Prague is 253 km. The road distance is 334.5 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Prague without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €18 - €22.
The train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi takes 4h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.
Vienna to Prague bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna Erdberg station.
Vienna to Prague train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Prague is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €18 - €22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €26 and takes 4h 15m.
- Distance: 252.6 km
- Duration: 4h 1m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Prague, Czech Republic?
Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi hourly. Tickets cost 1 200 Kč - 1 800 Kč and the journey takes 4h 1m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna Erdberg to Prague Main station every 4 hours. Tickets cost 600 Kč - 900 Kč and the journey takes 4h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 2 400 Kč - 8 500 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 Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 1m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 1 200 Kč - 1 800 Kč
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Vienna Central Train Station to Prague Central Train Station Wilsonova
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 35m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 230 Kč - 850 Kč
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- 230 Kč - 330 Kč
- 1st Class
- 550 Kč - 850 Kč
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 29m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 430 Kč - 550 Kč
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- 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
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 Vienna Erdberg to Prague Main station
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 600 Kč - 900 Kč
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna Main train station to Prague Florenc Central Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 240 Kč - 340 Kč
- Website
- RegioJet
- Phone
- 0700 20 544
- Website
- ardatur.bg
Bus from Vienna Stadioncenter to Prague Florenc Central Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- 440 Kč - 650 Kč
- Website
- Arda Tur
- Phone
- +36 70 282 1827
- info@eurobusways.com
- Website
- eurobusways.com
Shuttle from Wien to Praha
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- 1 400 Kč - 2 100 Kč
- Schedules at
- eurobusways.com
- Phone
- +3 318 576 2228
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Vienna to Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 397 Kč
- Book at
- blablacar.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.
Vienna to Prague bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Prague Main station.
Vienna to Prague train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Prague is 334 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Vienna to Prague.
Austrian Airlines offers flights from Vienna Airport to Prague Airport.
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There are 1561+ hotels available in Prague. Prices start at 2 000 Kč per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €15.