- Must visit
National Museum
Prague’s flagship museum on Wenceslas Square, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 32 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
882 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Prague will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 12 buses that leave Paris for Prague on Thu, May 28, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 882 km distance in an average of 13 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $242.
Distance: 548 miles (882 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price | $355 Average price | $262 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Prague:
A bus is $121 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Prague costing on average $211 (€171).
A bus is $265 (€214) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Prague costing on average $355 (€287).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 21m.
Train takes on average 11h 45m.
You'll arrive about 3h 50m sooner (7h 21m by bus vs 11h 11m by car) and save roughly $171 (€138) compared to fuel and tolls ($90 (€73) vs $262 (€211)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Prague buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h55 | 10:35 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
(Paris -> Prague) | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h20 | 6:20 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Paris -> Prague) | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h25 | 6:25 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
7014713 | 6:00 PM Paris | 17h00 | 11:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h10 | 10:35 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h40 | 10:05 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h45 | 6:40 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h00 | 1:05 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h40 | 12:45 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h05 | 4:10 PM Praha, Černý Most | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h15 | 5:35 PM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h10 | 10:55 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 14h25 | 11:10 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Paris to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by flight.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 548 miles (882 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 548 miles (882 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Prague’s flagship museum on Wenceslas Square, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building.
A major museum complex preserving Prague’s Jewish heritage through synagogues, ceremonial objects, archives, and cemetery access.
A leading contemporary art venue in Holešovice known for ambitious exhibitions, design, and the striking Gulliver airship installation.
Prague’s historic central square, surrounded by major landmarks and lively at all hours, making it an essential first stop.
A picturesque district of Baroque streets, embassies, gardens, and hidden corners beneath Prague Castle, ideal for walking and photography.
A broad boulevard-like square central to modern Czech history, shopping, and city life, anchored by the National Museum.
Marinated beef sirloin with creamy root-vegetable sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry sauce, and whipped cream. One of the most classic Czech celebratory dishes.
Roast pork served with bread dumplings and braised cabbage. A cornerstone of traditional Czech home cooking and pub menus.
Czech-style goulash, usually beef, slower-cooked and less soupy than the Hungarian version, commonly served with dumplings. A staple in Prague pubs.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering contemporary Czech fine dining with seasonal ingredients and a sophisticated atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant near Old Town Square offering refined Czech classics in a polished but approachable setting.
Elegant grand cafe and restaurant known for excellent breakfasts, pastries, and upscale Czech and Central European dishes.
Moderate by European standards. Beer, transit, and casual meals are affordable; central hotels cost more.
Around 10% in restaurants for good service, often rounded up. Tip taxis modestly by rounding up. Not expected for counter service, but appreciated.
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Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international routes. Buses from Pars to Prague take a direct route. The main operators on this line are FlixBus, and Eurolines. There are multiple buses that operate throughout the day, with one leaving approximately every 2-3 hours.
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Average prices for buses from Paris to Prague when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
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Same Day |
€66 |
1 Day in Advance |
€65 |
1 Week in Advance |
€56 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€39 |
1 Month in Advance |
€39 |
3 Months in Advance |
€37 |
Paris to Prague Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than flying it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 14 hours and 15 minutes to arrive in Prague.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above illustrates, ticket prices on Paris to Prague buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
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