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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from České Budějovice to Prague
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
$46
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
$46
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
1 h 39 m
Trains on 29 Sept
13
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from České Budějovice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from České Budějovice to Prague will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $46.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 13 trains from České Budějovice to Prague, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
IC 5444:56 AM1h45České Budějovice station6:41 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes- R 7325:10 AM2h00České Budějovice station7:10 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- IC 5406:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station8:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- IC 5015:58 AM1h31České Budějovice station7:29 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- R 653 · R 7306:02 AM2h08České Budějovice station8:10 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way1 change
- IC 5015:58 AM1h31České Budějovice station7:29 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- IC 5406:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station8:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- IC 5387:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station9:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- EC 3368:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station10:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
- IC 53611:58 AM1h41České Budějovice station1:39 PMPrague hlavní nádraží$461One-way0 changes
Live departures
České Budějovice to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for České Budějovice to Prague trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 336 | 8:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 10:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 722 | 10:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 12:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 720 | 11:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 1:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 536 | 11:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 1:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 659 · R 326 | 12:02 PM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 2:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
| R 716 | 1:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 3:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 334 | 1:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 3:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 661 · R 714 | 2:02 PM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 4:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
| IC 532 | 2:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 4:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 712 | 3:10 PM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 5:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 530 | 3:58 PM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 5:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 29 September | |||||
| IC 544 | 4:56 AM České Budějovice station | 1h45 | 6:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 732 | 5:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 7:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 501 | 5:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h31 | 7:29 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 653 · R 730 | 6:02 AM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 8:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
| IC 540 | 6:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 8:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 728 | 7:10 AM České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 9:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 538 | 7:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 9:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 655 · R 726 | 8:02 AM České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 10:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from České Budějovice to Prague
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Trains from České Budějovice to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $9 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: České dráhy, Deutsche Bahn from České Budějovice to Prague trainsČeské dráhy, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between České Budějovice and Prague from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
České dráhy
FAQs: České Budějovice to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from České Budějovice to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in České Budějovice and Prague
Most České Budějovice to Prague trains use the České Budějovice to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Hostivice nádraží. Use this guide to compare České Budějovice and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which České Budějovice station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to České Budějovice from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice train station facilities and services
České Budějovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Masné krámy, Restaurace U Solné brány
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at České Budějovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at České Budějovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice, Grandhotel Zvon, Hotel Budweis.
Getting to České Budějovice, jižní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka is 1 km from České Budějovice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Bike Parking.
Getting to České Budějovice severní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice severní zastávka is 2 km from České Budějovice city centre. Public transport options include:
České Budějovice severní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice severní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Which Prague station do trains from České Budějovice arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Smichov from Prague city centre
Praha-Smichov is 3 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Smichov train station facilities and services
Praha-Smichov has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Smichov.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Smichov.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Smichov: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Smichov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Smichov.
Getting to Praha-Vršovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Vršovice is 3 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Vršovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Vršovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ansámbl, Bad Flash Bar, Café Sladkovský
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Vršovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Vršovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Vršovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Vršovice: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Vršovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mars, Hotel Slavia, Hotel Nabucco.
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