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National Museum
Prague’s largest museum, with major natural history, history, and cultural collections housed in the landmark building at Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bad Gastein to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bad Gastein to Prague will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bad Gastein for Prague on Tue, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 344 km distance in an average of 7 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 7 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bad Gastein to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $179.
Distance: 213 miles (344 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $407 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bad Gastein to Prague:
A train is $366 (€301) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bad Gastein to Prague costing on average $407 (€335).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 10m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $111 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€58). The journey takes 7h 10m versus 5h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bad Gastein to Prague trains for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Bad Gastein | 7h40 | 3:10 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Bad Gastein | 7h40 | 4:10 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Bad Gastein | 7h40 | 5:10 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bad Gastein to Prague run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (344 km) distance in 7h 9m.
Distance 213 miles (344 km) |
Average train duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 9m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague -> Old Town Square, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bad Gastein 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.

Most Bad Gastein to Prague trains use the Bad Gastein to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Bad Gastein and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bad Gastein 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 options include: Restaurant Hexenhäusl, Restaurant Lutter & Wegner
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Gastein. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Gastein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Gastein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Gastein: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Gastein: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salzburger Hof, Hotel Elisabethpark, Hotel Miramonte.
Bad Gastein, Bahnhof (Vorplatz) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Gastein, Bahnhof (Vorplatz).
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
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 options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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