- 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
$125
Average price
$195
Fastest journey
12 h 52 m
Average duration
14 h 48 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Prague will cost around $195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 7 trains that leave Copenhagen for Prague on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 14 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 52 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 18 h 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.
ECE 1199 · RJ 387 · S1 · Bus 28004
RJ 1171 · ICE 601 · RJ 177
ECE 399 · ICE 901 · RJX 251
ECE 397 · ICE 609 · EC 459
ECE 399 · ICE 901 · 3140 · 18401
RJ 1171 · ICE 601 · RJ 177
RJ 385
RJ 393
ECE 399 · ICE 901 · 3140 · 18401
ECE 399 · ICE 901 · RJX 251Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. 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 $55, and a flight costs an average of $39.
Distance: 393 miles (634 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$185 Average price | $193 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $247 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Copenhagen to Prague:
A bus is $98 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Prague costing on average $185 (€149).
A bus is $106 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Prague costing on average $193 (€156).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 10h 0m.
The journey is about 1h 54m faster (8h 15m by train vs 10h 9m by car) and roughly $63 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($185 (€149) vs $247 (€199)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Danish Railways (DSB).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 399 · ICE 901 · 3363 · S2 | On time 4:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h03 | 9:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
ECE 399 · ICE 1081 · 3553+ 351 | On time 4:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h59 | 10:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ECE 1199 · RJ 387 | On time 6:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h03 | 11:25 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
RJ 1171 · ICE 601 · RJ 177 | On time 6:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h52 | 7:14 PM Prague-Holešovice | 2 transfers | |
RJ 385 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h03 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 393 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h03 | 9:25 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Prague run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 (€89) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 393 miles (634 km) distance in 12h 52m.
Distance 393 miles (634 km) |
Average train duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€89) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 52m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 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.
A broad boulevard-like square central to modern Czech history, shopping, and city life, anchored by the National Museum.
Marinated beef sirloin with creamy root-vegetable sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry sauce, and whipped cream. One of the most classic Czech celebratory dishes.
Roast pork served with bread dumplings and braised cabbage. A cornerstone of traditional Czech home cooking and pub menus.
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Michelin-starred restaurant offering contemporary Czech fine dining with seasonal ingredients and a sophisticated atmosphere.
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Elegant grand cafe and restaurant known for excellent breakfasts, pastries, and upscale Czech and Central European dishes.
Moderate by European standards. Beer, transit, and casual meals are affordable; central hotels cost more.
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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