- Must visit
National Museum
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
14 h 40 m
Average duration
15 h 26 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
686 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Utrecht to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Prague will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 21 buses that leave Utrecht for Prague on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 686 km distance in an average of 15 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 16 h 40 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 426 miles (686 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $117 Average price | $193 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 22m Average total duration 17h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Utrecht to Prague:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Utrecht to Prague costing on average $117 (€97).
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Prague costing on average $126 (€104).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 39m.
Bus takes on average 17h 52m.
Tickets start at around $80 (€66) compared to roughly $193 (€159) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $113 (€93). The journey takes 17h 52m versus 8h 16m 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 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Prague buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. 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 · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 20h25 | 7:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h25 | 4:40 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 20h15 | 7:30 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h45 | 5:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 15h50 | 7:15 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 16h55 | 10:05 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 18h10 | 11:20 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 14h40 | 9:10 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h00 | 11:30 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h05 | 12:40 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 15h30 | 1:05 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 15h10 | 12:45 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h00 | 2:35 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h25 | 3:00 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 18h35 | 4:10 PM Praha, Černý Most | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 19h50 | 5:35 PM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Utrecht, Centraal Station | 20h45 | 7:10 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Utrecht, Centraal Station | 18h05 | 4:30 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Utrecht, Centraal Station | 18h20 | 4:45 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 16h40 | 11:55 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 15h10 | 10:25 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 17h25 | 1:40 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Utrecht to Prague run on average 17 times per day, taking around 17h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 426 miles (686 km) distance in 14h 40m.
Distance 426 miles (686 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Well-curated Jewish history museum across several historic sites. Important for understanding Prague's Jewish heritage and resilience.
Leading Czech art museum with medieval to modern works in a grand historic palace. Essential for fine art and decorative arts lovers.
Historic square at Prague's core, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque landmarks. A must for first-time visitors and classic city views.
Lively boulevard of Czech modern history, lined with shops and major buildings. Worth visiting for atmosphere and historic significance.
Romantic quarter of palaces, lanes, and church domes beneath Prague Castle. Ideal for wandering, photography, and quieter historic charm.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly linked to Bohemian home cooking.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle, often served with mustard, horseradish, and pickles. A hearty pub staple popular with Czech beer culture.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings. This iconic Czech combination is a cornerstone of traditional pub and family meals.
Traditional Czech restaurant and brewery by Prague Castle, praised for roast meats, dumplings, and polished historic interiors.
Upscale restaurant focused on Czech ingredients and game, with sophisticated service in an Art Nouveau municipal house setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Czech tasting menus in a refined setting near the Vltava.
Moderate for Europe: transit is cheap, casual meals are reasonable, and hotels in the center can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up or add about 10% for taxis if service is good.
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