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Goethes Wohnhaus
Goethe's former home preserves original rooms, collections, and context for understanding his life and work in Weimar.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$41
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$65
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Weimar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Weimar will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Prague to Weimar, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prague to Weimar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Weimar:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Weimar costing on average $89.
Other travel options to Weimar take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
Tickets start at around $89 compared to roughly $69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.84. The journey takes 4h 54m versus 3h 48m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Weimar trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 502 · 74529 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h15 | 7:50 PM Weimar station | 3 transfers | |
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 1004 · 3665 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h41 | 6:16 PM Berkaer Bahnhof | 4 transfers | |
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 1004 · 3665 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h29 | 6:04 PM Weimar station | 3 transfers | |
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 1004 · 3665 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h39 | 6:14 PM Weimar West | 4 transfers | |
RJ 176 · IC 2444 · 74830 · 74628 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h09 | 6:40 PM Weimar station | 3 transfers | |
EX 354 · 3576 · ICE 1002 · 3667 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h41 | 8:16 PM Berkaer Bahnhof | 4 transfers | |
EX 354 · 3576 · ICE 1002 · 3667 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h39 | 8:14 PM Weimar West | 4 transfers | |
EX 354 · 3576 · ICE 1002 · 3667 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h29 | 8:04 PM Weimar station | 3 transfers | |
RJ 174 · ICE 1552 · 74531 | Delayed 12:59 PM 2:41 PMPrague-Holešovice | 6h09 | 8:50 PM Weimar station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 174 · IC 2446 · 74832 · 74632 | Delayed 12:59 PM 2:41 PMPrague-Holešovice | 5h59 | 8:40 PM Weimar station | 3 transfers | |
R 684 · Os 28011 · S1 · ICE 1552 | 2:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h03 | 8:50 PM Weimar station | 4 transfers | |
EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 1000 · 3669 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h29 | 10:04 PM Weimar station | 3 transfers | |
EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 1000 · 3669 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h39 | 10:14 PM Weimar West | 4 transfers | |
R 680 · Os 28013 · S1 · 16532 | 4:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h35 | 11:22 PM Weimar West | 6 transfers | |
R 680 · Os 28013 · S1 · 16532 | 4:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h27 | 11:14 PM Weimar station | 5 transfers | |
R 678 · RJ 250 · IC 2248 · S6 | 5:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h53 | 11:40 PM Weimar station | 4 transfers | |
EC 458 · S6 · 74640 · 80959 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h33 | 1:04 AM Weimar West | 3 transfers | |
EC 458 · S6 · 74640 | On time 6:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h09 | 12:40 AM Weimar station | 2 transfers | |
R 676 · Bus 28015 · S1 · 16538 | 6:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h37 | 3:24 AM Weimar station | 5 transfers | |
LE232 | 10:14 PM Praha-Vršovice | 5h52 | 4:06 AM Weimar station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE232 | 10:32 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h34 | 4:06 AM Weimar station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LE232 | 10:42 PM Prague-Holešovice | 5h24 | 4:06 AM Weimar station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:31 AM Prague | 5h19 | 11:50 AM Weimar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Prague to Weimar run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:41, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 12:41 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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Discover the best of Weimar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Weimar trip today.
Goethe's former home preserves original rooms, collections, and context for understanding his life and work in Weimar.
Famed Rococo library and museum of books, manuscripts, and architecture; one of Weimar's most celebrated interiors.
Leading Bauhaus museum presenting the school's design legacy through objects, ideas, and modern exhibition design.
Broad central square framed by the German National Theatre and the Goethe-Schiller Monument; Weimar's classic civic heart.
Landscape park along the Ilm with paths, monuments, and literary associations; one of Weimar's essential walking areas.
Historic old town quarter of lanes, courtyards, and classical-era buildings that captures Weimar's intimate atmosphere.
Thuringia's famous grilled pork sausage, seasoned with marjoram and traditionally cooked over charcoal. It is a regional icon often eaten with mustard and bread.
Classic potato dumplings served with roasts and rich gravy. They are a staple of Thuringian home cooking and central to festive Sunday meals.
Sheet cake topped with quark, cream, eggs, and onions, sometimes with caraway. A beloved rustic specialty from central Germany.
Historic restaurant in central Weimar known for refined Thuringian cuisine and a classic atmosphere near the old town.
Well-known traditional venue serving hearty regional dishes and German classics in a rustic, welcoming setting.
Popular casual stop for Thuringian fare and local hospitality, suitable for trying regional staples in an informal setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, though central stays and cultural events can raise daily costs.
Tipping is customary but modest. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change at cafes.
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Weimar Hauptbahnhof -> Goetheplatz, Weimar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Weimar 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 Weimar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to Weimar trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Weimar station pair, with some services arriving at Weimar West. Use this guide to compare Prague and Weimar 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-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha-Vršovice is 3 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Vršovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ansámbl, Bad Flash Bar, Café Sladkovský
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Vršovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Vršovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Vršovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Vršovice: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Vršovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mars, Hotel Slavia, Hotel Nabucco.
Weimar is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Public transport options include:
Weimar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Domino's, Alice, Curry & Co.
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar. ATMs are available at Weimar.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar. Information desks are available at Weimar.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar.
Weimar West is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Public transport options include:
Weimar West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Domino's, Ankara, Mr. BINH DINH, TAP...
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar West. ATMs are available at Weimar West.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar West. Information desks are available at Weimar West.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar West.
Weimar Berkaer Bhf is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Weimar Berkaer Bhf 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: Texas, Johanns Hof, Ristorante Pomodore, Kebab House
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. ATMs are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Information desks are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Liszt, Anna Amalia, Hotel Hollerbusch, Hotel Schillerhof.
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