The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Prague
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- S$82
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- S$179
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 8 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 8 h 39 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 42
- Distance
- 536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Prague will cost around S$179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$82.
To travel from Cologne to Prague you need to make at least 2 changes.
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FlixBus4:14 PM 12h26 Cologne Hbf 4:40 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc S$82 1 One-way 1 change
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FlixBus4:14 PM 12h46 Cologne Hbf 5:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station S$82 1 One-way 1 change
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FlixBus12:14 PM 13h26 Cologne Hbf 1:40 AM Prague, Central Train Station S$89 1 One-way 1 change
ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · rj 10175 · rj 1755:48 AM 9h27 Cologne Hbf 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice S$93 1 One-way 3 changes
ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10175 · R 6875:48 AM 10h22 Cologne Hbf 4:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží S$107 1 One-way 3 changes
ICE 623 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · rj 17710:45 AM 8h30 Cologne Messe/Deutz 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice S$171 1 One-way 3 changes
ICE 627 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 38512:45 PM 8h40 Cologne Messe/Deutz 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží S$213 1 One-way 3 changes
ICE 627 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · rj 38512:45 PM 8h40 Cologne Messe/Deutz 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží S$160 1 One-way 3 changes
ICE 611 · ICE 1655 · NJ 4573:46 PM 8h40 Cologne Messe/Deutz 12:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží S$294 1 One-way 2 changes
ICE 721 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 · rj 1792:45 PM 8h46 Cologne Messe/Deutz 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží S$116 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Prague
Trains from Cologne to Prague run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price S$11 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Prague trains for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 920 · 26701 · ICE 581 · 3561 | Delayed 1:09 AM 2:09 AMCologne Hbf | 12h12 | 2:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
ICE 920 · RJ 173 · S1 · Bus U28 | Delayed 1:09 AM 2:09 AMCologne Hbf | 13h01 | 3:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 727 · ICE 1657 · S 31701 · Os 28018 | On time 5:46 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 14h24 | 8:10 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 1251 · R 4542 · EC 459 | On time 9:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 12h07 | 9:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 60403 · ICE 698 · IC 2449 · rj 10171 | On time 11:44 PM Cologne-Ehrenfeld | 11h41 | 11:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 619 · ICE 698 · IC 2449 · rj 171 | 11:55 PM Cologne Hbf | 11h30 | 11:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
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33611 · ICE 921 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10175 | 3:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 11h19 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 4 changes | |
IC 2445 · rj 10383 · rj 383 | On time 5:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h14 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10175 · R 687 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h22 | 4:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · rj 10175 · rj 175 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
ICE 511 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10175 · RJ 175 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 3:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
ICE 525 · R 3565 · EC 60357 · EC 357 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h36 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 527 · ICE 1557 · rj 10383 · rj 383 | On time 7:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h40 | 5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 529 · R 3569 · EC 60359 · EC 359 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h36 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 529 · 3569 · Bus RE25 · EX 359 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h36 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 103 · ICE 992 · ICE 585 · 3569 | On time 8:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
ICE 119 · ICE 992 · ICE 585 · 3569 | On time 8:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h23 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h39 | 9:40 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 2 changes | |
ICE 857 · RJ 177 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h30 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
ICE 857 · rj 177 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h30 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
ICE 27 · 4514 · ICE 587 · 3573 | 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h27 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
ICE 217 · ICE 1559 · rj 177 | On time 9:59 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h16 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
ICE 623 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 · rj 177 | On time 10:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h30 | 7:15 PM Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
ICE 623 · 3573 · Bus RE25 · EX 361 | On time 10:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h36 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 105 · ICE 27 · 4514 · ICE 587 | On time 10:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h27 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6 changes | |
ICE 1255 · ICE 1651 · S1 · 28012 | On time 11:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h52 | 9:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 859 · rj 385 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h40 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 859 · RJ 385 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 9h40 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 625 · ICE 1651 · S1 · 28012 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h25 | 9:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 517 · ICE 1651 · rj 385 | On time 11:46 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h39 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 517 · ICE 1651 · S 31755 · Os 28012 | On time 11:46 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h24 | 9:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 13h26 | 1:40 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
ICE 1517 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 8h56 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 627 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 12:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h40 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 627 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 · rj 385 | On time 12:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h40 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 107 · ICE 796 · ICE 589 · 3577 | On time 12:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 9h26 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
ICE 951 · RJ 179 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 9h46 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 951 · rj 179 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Hbf | 9h46 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 519 · ICE 1653 · rj 179 | On time 1:46 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h45 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 721 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 · rj 179 | On time 2:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h46 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 611 · ICE 1655 · NJ 457 | On time 3:46 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 8h40 | 12:26 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 12h26 | 4:40 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 12h46 | 5:00 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
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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.
alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH
České dráhy
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Prague
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FAQs: Cologne to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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 Cologne and Prague
Most Cologne to Prague trains use the Köln Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Prague station do trains from Cologne 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-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice 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: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží 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: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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