Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport

Showing times and prices for Jun 22

Cheapest price

$93

Average price

$153

Fastest journey

8 h 45 m

Average duration

8 h 48 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

513 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport without transferring at least 3 times.

  • České dráhyRE 89735 · ICE 947 · rj 479 · EC 362
    6:48 PM12h37
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    7:25 AMHostivice, nádraží
    $931One-way
    4 transfers
  • České dráhyS 32035 · ICE 205 · EC 459 · Os 8826
    8:23 PM16h02
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    12:25 PMHostivice, nádraží
    $931One-way
    4 transfers
  • České dráhyS 31085 · ICE 641 · rj 179 · Os 9850
    2:03 PM15h22
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    5:25 AMStředokluky, nádraží
    $1051One-way
    4 transfers
  • České dráhyS 31085 · ICE 641 · rj 179 · Os 9850
    2:03 PM11h07
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    1:10 AMHostivice, nádraží
    $1051One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 27 · 3571+alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH361
    9:23 AM10h58
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    8:21 PMPrague hlavní nádraží
    $1271One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare flight, bus, and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $100.

Distance: 318 miles (513 km)

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Driving

$75

Average price

$314

Average price

$51

Average price

Cheapest

$138

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 33m

Average total duration

12h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

9h 55m

Average total duration

9h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 15m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is a bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport:

A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport costing on average $75 (€62).

A bus is $263 (€215) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport costing on average $314 (€257).

The fastest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 25m.

Train takes on average 12h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport including taking a flight, bus, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $75 (€62) compared to roughly $138 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $62 (€51). The journey takes 12h 3m versus 6h 15m 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

Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 529 · ICE 930 · IC 2443
On time
8:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
9h02
5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží
4 transfers
České dráhyS 31035 · ICE 529 · ICE 930 · IC 2443
On time
8:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
9h02
5:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží
4 transfers
České dráhyS 31041 · ICE 847 · rj 177 · Os 6925
On time
8:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
13h08
10:01 PM Hostivice, nádraží
4 transfers
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 27 · 3571+alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH3619:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
10h58
8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží3 transfers
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 621 · 3569+alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH3599:26 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
8h55
6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží3 transfers
České dráhyS 31042 · ICE 621 · R 3569 · EC 359
On time
9:26 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
8h55
6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 547 · RJ 177 · R 6179:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
10h32
8:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží3 transfers
České dráhyS 31051 · ICE 547 · rj 177 · Os 6925
On time
9:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
11h56
9:49 PM Hostivice, nádraží
4 transfers
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 623 · 5289 · IC 56310:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
8h58
7:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží3 transfers
Deutsche BahnS19 · IC 2013 · ICE 1651 · S110:23 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
10h47
9:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží5 transfers
České dráhyS 31059 · ICE 849 · rj 385
On time
10:53 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
10h32
9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží
2 transfers
České dráhyS 31058 · ICE 625 · R 3573 · EC 361
On time
11:26 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
8h55
8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží
3 transfers
České dráhyS 31075 · ICE 941 · rj 179 · Os 9850
On time
12:53 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
16h32
5:25 AM Středokluky, nádraží
4 transfers
České dráhyS 31075 · ICE 941 · rj 179 · Os 9850
On time
12:53 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
12h17
1:10 AM Hostivice, nádraží
3 transfers
České dráhyS 31074 · ICE 629 · ICE 1653 · rj 179
On time
1:26 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
11h44
1:10 AM Hostivice, nádraží
4 transfers
České dráhyS 31083 · ICE 641 · rj 179 · Os 9850
On time
1:53 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
11h17
1:10 AM Hostivice, nádraží
3 transfers
České dráhyS 31083 · ICE 641 · rj 179 · Os 9850
On time
1:53 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
15h32
5:25 AM Středokluky, nádraží
4 transfers
České dráhyS 32023 · ICE 947 · rj 479 · Os 19732
On time
6:53 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
11h44
6:37 AM Hostivice, nádraží
3 transfers

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Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport

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CzechiaCzechia
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $41 (€34) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 13:03. The fastest train covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 8h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $41 (€34)
Distance
318 miles (513 km)
Average train duration
12h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
$55 (€45)
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
8h 45m
First train
6:23 AM
Last train
1:03 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $41 (€34)

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Czech Koruna

Moderate for Europe. Airport food and drinks cost more than in central Prague, but cards are widely accepted and transport is low-cost.

Average meal costs

Budget
CZK 180-250 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CZK 300-500 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
CZK 900+ per person at upscale venues.
Coffee
CZK 60-90 for a regular coffee.

Tipping culture

About 10% is standard in restaurants if service is good. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes; tip in cash or confirm it is added.

FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 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 Vaclav Havel Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $55 (€45), while the average price is around $75 (€62).
The train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport takes 8h 45m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport leaves at 6:23 AM.
The distance by train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is 318 miles (513 km).
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport leaves at 1:03 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $41 (€34).
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is quite scenic, offering views of the Rhine Valley, charming German towns, and the picturesque landscapes of the Czech Republic.
A day trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 8h 45m and the distance is 318 miles (513 km). Trains operate 7 times per day.
No, you cannot take the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
Since both Cologne Bonn Airport and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport include České Budějovice, Plzeň, Pardubice, Prague, Hradec Králové.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in Czechia is the Czech koruna (CZK). While many places accept card payments, cash is still widely used, especially in smaller shops and markets, so travelers should carry some cash but can also use cards conveniently in most urban areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport

Most Cologne Bonn Airport to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport trains use the Köln Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Cologne Bonn Airport and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Prague
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre

Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 16m · $9 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · $6 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · $6 · every ~14 min

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.

Köln Messe/DeutzKöln Messe/Deutz, Ottoplatz 7, 50679 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre

Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 12m · $4 · every ~3 min
Subway1, 9, 4, 3 · 15m · $2 · every ~52 min

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.

Köln SüdKöln Süd, Otto-Fischer-Str. 2, 50674 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Süd from Cologne city centre

Köln Süd is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus978 · 7m · every ~5 min
Subway9 · 9m · $2 · every ~12 min

Köln Süd train station facilities and services

Köln Süd 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: Subway, Ganesha, Magnus, Borsalino

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Köln Süd. ATMs are available at Köln Süd.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln Süd. Information desks are available at Köln Süd.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Köln Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Köln Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Süd.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Chelsea, Hotel Mado, Elite Hotel, Blacksheep Hostel.

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