- 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
$93
Average price
$196
Fastest journey
11 h 17 m
Average duration
11 h 43 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
621 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Prague will cost around $196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Bern to Prague without transferring at least 2 times.
IR 2385 · IC 688 · EC 459
IR 2365 · IC 668 · ICE 108 · ICE 598
IC 612 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049
IC 984 · EC 459
IC 809 · EC 99+
361
ICE 372 · ICE 565 · 88619 · 3573
IC 970 · ICE 278 · ICE 1655 · NJ 457
IR 2365 · IC 668 · ICE 108 · ICE 598
IC 612 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049
IC 809 · EC 99+
361Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bern to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. 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 $46, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 385 miles (621 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$171 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $197 Average price | $239 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 2m Average total duration 11h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.7kg 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 Bern to Prague:
A bus is $100 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Prague costing on average $171 (€138).
A bus is $125 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Prague costing on average $197 (€158).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 32m.
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
Tickets start at around $171 (€138) compared to roughly $239 (€192) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $68 (€55). The journey takes 11h 32m versus 7h 44m 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 Bern to Prague trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 809 · EC 99+ 361 | 8:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h19 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 372 · ICE 1651 · RJ 385 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h21 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
ICE 372 · ICE 565 · 88619 · 3573 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h17 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
IR 2815 · IR 1765 · rjx 165 · Sp 3806 | 9:07 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 13h03 | 10:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
IC 813 · EC 191+ 363 | 10:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h20 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
EC 30060 · ICE 370 · ICE 1653 · RJ 179 | On time 10:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h58 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
EC 30060 · ICE 370 · ICE 567 · 88621 | 10:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h49 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 transfers | |
IR 2367 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 1653 | On time 10:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h53 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
IR 2367 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 567 | 10:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h44 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6 transfers | |
IC 815 · rjx 167 · EC 330 | 11:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h40 | 11:42 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bern to Prague run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€66) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 385 miles (621 km) distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 385 miles (621 km) |
Average train duration 11h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€66) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 10m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
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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.
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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.
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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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