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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bucharest to Prague
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 54 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1081 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bucharest to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Prague will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from Bucharest to Prague without transferring at least 2 times.
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5:29 AM30h54Bucharest12:23 PMPrague$901One-way2 transfers
- 5:29 AM30h54Bucharest12:23 PMPrague$901One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bucharest to Prague
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $90, and a flight costs an average of $31.
Distance: 671 miles (1081 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price | $91 Average price | $319 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
31h 24m Average total duration 30h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 41m Average total duration 23h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 3.2 - 6.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Prague:
A train is $0.67 (€0.54) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bucharest to Prague costing on average $91 (€74).
A train is $60 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Prague costing on average $150 (€121).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 11m.
Train takes on average 30h 54m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€73) compared to roughly $319 (€258) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $229 (€185). The journey takes 30h 54m versus 14h 17m 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.
Live departures
Bucharest to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Prague trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:29 AM Bucharest | 30h54 | 12:23 PM Prague | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bucharest to Prague
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Trains from Bucharest to Prague run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 05:29. The fastest train covers the 671 miles (1081 km) distance in 30h 54m.
Distance 671 miles (1081 km) |
Average train duration 30h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 30h 54m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 5:29 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Romanian Railways (CFR) from Bucharest to Prague trainsRomanian Railways (CFR) trains will get you between Bucharest and Prague from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Romanian Railways (CFR)
FAQs: Trains from Bucharest to Prague
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