The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Opava
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Opava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Opava will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 18 trains that leave Prague for Opava on Thu, Jun 25, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 m 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.
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)5:41 AM3h19Prague hlavní nádraží9:00 AMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1009 (Prague -> Havířov)1:41 PM3h21Prague hlavní nádraží5:02 PMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín)7:41 PM3h21Prague hlavní nádraží11:02 PMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1017 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov))5:41 PM3h22Prague hlavní nádraží9:03 PMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw)9:41 AM3h21Prague hlavní nádraží1:02 PMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)9:45 PM3h16Prague hlavní nádraží1:01 AMOstrava-Svinov station$241One-way0 transfers
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)7:41 AM3h19Prague hlavní nádraží11:00 AMOstrava-Svinov station$241One-way0 transfers
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)5:41 AM3h19Prague hlavní nádraží9:00 AMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1009 (Prague -> Havířov)1:41 PM3h21Prague hlavní nádraží5:02 PMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín)7:41 PM3h21Prague hlavní nádraží11:02 PMOstrava-Svinov station$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Prague to Opava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Opava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Opava:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Opava costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Opava take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
The journey is about 27m faster (3h 37m by train vs 4h 4m by car) and roughly $55 (€46) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 (€13) vs $71 (€58)). 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 RegioJet a.s., Leo Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Prague to Opava train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Opava trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) | 5:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h19 | 9:00 AM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SC 241 · Sp 1610 | 5:52 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h44 | 9:36 AM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
EC 113 · Os 3412 | 6:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h07 | 10:15 AM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
EC 123 · EC 206 · Sp 1614 | 7:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h28 | 11:36 AM Opava východ | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 7:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h19 | 11:00 AM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 141 · Os 3416 | 8:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h07 | 12:15 PM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
SC 503 · Sp 1618 | 9:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h05 | 1:36 PM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 9:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h21 | 1:02 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 115 · Os 3420 | 10:08 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h07 | 2:15 PM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
SC 505 · Sp 1622 | 11:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h05 | 3:36 PM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) | 11:41 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h21 | 3:02 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 143 · Os 3424 | 12:08 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h07 | 4:15 PM Opava východ | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1009 (Prague -> Havířov) | 1:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h21 | 5:02 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 2:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h24 | 6:05 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ) | 3:21 PM Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h07 | 7:28 PM Opava východ | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ) | 3:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h47 | 7:28 PM Opava východ | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ) | 3:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h23 | 7:04 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1015 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov)) | 4:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h24 | 8:05 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1017 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov)) | 5:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h22 | 9:03 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín) | 7:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h21 | 11:02 PM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 9:45 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3h16 | 1:01 AM Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Prague to Opava by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jun 25
Jun 26
Jun 27
Jun 28
Jun 29
Jun 30
Jul 01
Why should you book Prague to Opava trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs České dráhy?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for České dráhy, but also compare tickets for the likes of RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or České dráhy (ČD) to find the best option for your trip from Prague to Opava.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare České dráhy with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Prague to Opava.
Why book with Omio over Raileurope or Trainline?
- Official reseller: České dráhy tickets can only be bought on Omio or České dráhy's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for České dráhy tickets. Raileurope or Trainline do not sell České dráhy tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Prague to Opava.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Opava
Trains from Prague to Opava run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: České dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) from Prague to Opava trainsČeské dráhy, RegioJet a.s., Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Prague and Opava from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
RegioJet a.s.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Leo Express
České dráhy
České dráhy (ČD)
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Opava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Opava 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 Opava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Opava
Most Prague to Opava trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Ostrava-Svinov station pair, with some services arriving at Opava východ. Use this guide to compare Prague and Opava train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Opava leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Libeň from Prague city centre
Praha Libeň is 5 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha Libeň train station facilities and services
Praha Libeň has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha Libeň.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha Libeň.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Libeň: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Libeň: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Libeň.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Which Opava station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Opava východ train station facilities and services
Opava východ has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Opava východ.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Opava východ.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Opava východ: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Opava východ: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Opava východ.
Getting to Opava, západ nádraží from Opava city centre
Opava, západ nádraží is 1 km from Opava city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Opava, západ nádraží train station facilities and services
Opava, západ nádraží has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Opava, západ nádraží.
Getting to Opava, zastávka from Opava city centre
Opava, zastávka is 2 km from Opava city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Opava, zastávka train station facilities and services
Opava, zastávka has practical services for this route, including Dining and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Opava, zastávka.
Bike and car services
Available at Opava, zastávka: Bike Parking.
More options for your journey from Prague to Opava
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


