- Must visit
Oberhausmuseum
Passau’s main city museum inside Veste Oberhaus, presenting regional history, art, and the fortress story with excellent river views nearby.
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Passau will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Passau without transferring at least once.
IC 535 · Sp 3805 · R 5912
IC 531 · Sp 3803 · R 5908
EC 335 · R 1788
EC 331 · R 5968 · R 5930
EC 331 · R 1778
EC 335 · R 1788
IC 531 · Sp 3803 · R 5908
IC 535 · Sp 3805 · R 5912
EC 331 · R 5968 · R 5930
EC 333 · R 5976 · R 5934Trains from Prague to Passau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Passau trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 331 · R 5968 · R 5930 | On time 6:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h04 | 12:25 PM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 331 · R 1778 | 6:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h51 | 1:12 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 531 · Sp 3803 · R 5908 | 8:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h01 | 2:22 PM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 333 · R 5910 | 10:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h42 | 5:03 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 333 · R 5976 · R 5934 | On time 10:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h04 | 4:25 PM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 535 · Sp 3805 · R 5912 | 12:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h01 | 6:22 PM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 335 · R 1788 | 2:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h09 | 7:30 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 539 · Sp 3807 · R 5920 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h01 | 10:22 PM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 337 · R 5926 · R 5928 | On time 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h01 | 1:22 AM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
rj 259 · rj 820 · R 5900 | 6:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h51 | 6:28 AM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 737 · Os 8201 · Sp 3801 · R 5906 | 11:46 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h36 | 10:22 AM Passau Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Passau’s main city museum inside Veste Oberhaus, presenting regional history, art, and the fortress story with excellent river views nearby.
Cathedral museum displaying treasury pieces, liturgical art, and sacred objects that illuminate the history of Passau’s powerful bishopric.
Museum on the artist Georg Philipp Wörlen, showcasing modern art and changing exhibitions in a respected local gallery setting.
Narrow point where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz meet, creating Passau’s signature panorama and the city’s most iconic photo stop.
Passau’s historic core of lanes, pastel facades, churches, and riverfront spaces, ideal for walking between major sights and hidden corners.
Popular viewpoint terrace by the fortress, offering one of the best elevated panoramas of the three rivers and Passau’s rooftops.
A Bavarian wheat beer widely enjoyed in Passau beer halls. It is traditional in Lower Bavaria and pairs well with local sausages and pretzels.
Sweet mustard made in nearby Bavaria, classically served with Weißwurst. It is a staple regional condiment and part of the traditional morning meal.
Traditional Bavarian veal and pork sausages, usually eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels. A classic dish across Passau and Lower Bavaria.
Well-known refined restaurant in Passau with modern regional cuisine and an elegant atmosphere, suitable for a special dinner.
Historic restaurant and brewery venue serving Bavarian classics and beer in a rustic, established atmosphere by the river area.
Traditional Bavarian brewery tavern known for regional dishes, beer, and a classic inn setting near the old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is limited, and riverside tourist areas cost a bit more than smaller Bavarian towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, round up for taxis, and leave small change at cafes.
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Passau Hbf -> Domplatz, Passau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to Passau trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Passau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Passau, Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Prague and Passau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Passau 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 options include: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
Passau, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
ATMs are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
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