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National Museum
Prague’s main museum on Wenceslas Square, with major natural history, archaeology, and history collections in a landmark neo-Renaissance building.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
716 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 buses that leave Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Prague on Tue, May 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct buses cover the 716 km distance in an average of 14 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest buses will take 15 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 444 miles (716 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $208 Average price | $139 Average price | $208 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 47m Average total duration 14h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague:
A bus is $71 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague costing on average $139 (€113).
A bus is $140 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague costing on average $208 (€168).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 31m.
Bus takes on average 14h 17m.
Tickets start at around $69 (€55) compared to roughly $208 (€168) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $139 (€112). The journey takes 14h 17m versus 8h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague buses for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 2:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h45 | 4:45 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 2:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h48 | 4:48 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 18h15 | 11:30 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 15h55 | 9:10 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 12h45 | 10:40 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 14h05 | 12:00 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 14h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 444 miles (716 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 444 miles (716 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 8:55 PM |
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Prague’s main museum on Wenceslas Square, with major natural history, archaeology, and history collections in a landmark neo-Renaissance building.
A major museum complex preserving Jewish heritage through historic synagogues, cemetery sites, and exhibitions in Josefov.
A refined museum of glass, ceramics, fashion, graphic design, and applied arts, popular with visitors interested in Czech design heritage.
Prague’s historic central square, surrounded by major monuments and lively throughout the day and evening.
A baroque quarter of embassies, cobbled lanes, and scenic corners below Prague Castle, ideal for wandering.
A broad boulevard-like square central to modern Czech history, shopping, and city life.
A classic Czech dish of marinated beef sirloin with a creamy root-vegetable sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry sauce, and whipped cream. It is one of Prague’s most iconic comfort foods.
Traditional roast pork served with bread dumplings and braised sauerkraut. This hearty combination is a staple of Czech home cooking and pub menus in Prague.
Czech-style goulash, usually beef, seasoned with paprika and onions and served with bread dumplings. It is thicker and less soupy than the Hungarian version and very common in Prague.
A long-established favorite for generous portions of traditional Czech cuisine, friendly service, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
Established Old Town restaurant focusing on refined Czech cuisine, including classic sauces, dumplings, and seasonal dishes in a polished setting.
A well-known Czech beer hall serving classic dishes, fresh Pilsner, and dependable traditional cooking in a lively casual setting.
Moderate by European standards: beer, transit, and casual dining are good value; central hotels cost more.
About 10% in restaurants for good service, often rounded up. Small rounding in taxis is polite. Not expected for counter service, but appreciated.
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