4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$829
Average price
$841
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 28 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Edinburgh will cost around $841 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $829.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Edinburgh without transferring at least 5 times.
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6:41 AM28h27Prague11:08 AMEdinburgh$8291One-way5 transfers- 10:41 AM28h29Prague3:10 PMEdinburgh$8291One-way5 transfers
2:41 PM27h28Prague6:09 PMEdinburgh$8501One-way5 transfers
6:07 PM29h00Prague11:07 PMEdinburgh$8551One-way5 transfers
- 2:41 PM27h28Prague6:09 PMEdinburgh$8501One-way5 transfers
- 6:41 AM28h27Prague11:08 AMEdinburgh$8291One-way5 transfers
- 10:41 AM28h29Prague3:10 PMEdinburgh$8291One-way5 transfers
- 6:07 PM29h00Prague11:07 PMEdinburgh$8551One-way5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Prague to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $808.
Distance: 833 miles (1341 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$809 Average price | $135 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $273 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 44m Average total duration 29h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 40m Average total duration 35h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 4.0 - 8.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.4kg 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 Prague to Edinburgh:
A flight is $33 (€27) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Edinburgh costing on average $168 (€134).
A flight is $674 (€537) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Edinburgh costing on average $809 (€644).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 29h 14m.
Bus takes on average 35h 10m.
Tickets start at around $809 (€644) compared to roughly $273 (€217) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-536.20 (€-426.93). The journey takes 29h 14m versus 19h 46m 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
Prague to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:41 AM Prague | 31h26 | 2:07 PM Edinburgh | 5 transfers | |
| 2:41 PM Prague | 28h27 | 7:08 PM Edinburgh | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Edinburgh
Czechia
United Kingdom
Trains from Prague to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 29h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $808 (€643) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:07, the last at 09:09. The fastest train covers the 833 miles (1341 km) distance in 25h 26m.
Distance 833 miles (1341 km) |
Average train duration 29h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $808 (€643) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 25h 26m |
First train 8:07 AM |
Last train 9:09 AM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Prague to Edinburgh trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Prague and Edinburgh from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Edinburgh
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