How to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava

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Compare train and bus for Olomouc to Ostrava

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olomouc to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, while a bus costs an average of $9.

Distance: 49 miles (79 km)

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$4

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$9

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$31

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1h 36m

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1h 6m

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1h 44m

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1h 14m

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1h 4m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava is a train with an average price of $8.

This is compared to other travel options from Olomouc to Ostrava:

A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Olomouc to Ostrava costing on average $9.

The fastest way to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava is by train with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Olomouc and Ostrava including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Olomouc to Ostrava among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $8 compared to roughly $31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23. The journey takes 1h 14m versus 1h 4m 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.

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from Olomouc to Ostrava

How to get from Olomouc to Ostrava by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Leo ExpressLE1265
    10:45 PM1h26
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    12:11 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Leo ExpressLE1265
    10:45 PM1h26
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    12:11 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
    11:48 PM0h55
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    12:43 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Leo ExpressLE1265
    10:45 PM1h34
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    12:19 AMOstrava hlavní nádraží
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)
    10:02 AM0h58
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    11:00 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín)
    10:02 PM1h00
    Olomouc hlavní nádraží
    11:02 PMOstrava-Svinov station
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:05 AM1h05
    Olomouc, Bus Station
    8:10 AMOstrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:55 AM1h05
    Olomouc, Bus Station
    12:00 PMOstrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:15 PM1h05
    Olomouc, Bus Station
    1:20 PMOstrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Olomouc to Ostrava

Travel to Ostrava easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Olomouc to Ostrava.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Olomouc and Ostrava including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava is a train with an average price of $8.

This is compared to other travel options from Olomouc to Ostrava:

A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Olomouc to Ostrava costing on average $9.

The fastest way to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava is by train with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 44m.

The distance from Olomouc to Ostrava is approximately 49 miles (79 km).
The average frequency per day from Olomouc to Ostrava is:
  • Around 33 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Olomouc and Ostrava as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Olomouc to Ostrava:
  • Trains mostly depart from Olomouc hlavní nádraží and arrive in Ostrava hlavní nádraží.
  • Buses mostly depart from Olomouc, Bus Station and arrive in Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Olomouc to Ostrava, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ostrava by bus.
  • Travel with RegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) to go to Ostrava by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Olomouc to Ostrava with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 31 direct trains per day with RegioJet a.s., České dráhy, Leo Express, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD).
Omio customers who travel from Olomouc to Ostrava often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Vienna, Kraków, Katowice, Budapest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ostrava and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ostrava to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ostrava, visitors can enjoy the vibrant nightlife at Stodolní Street, attend events at the Gong Concert Hall, or explore scenic trails along the Ostravice River. For cultural experiences, the New City Hall Observation Tower offers panoramic city views, while the Antonín Dvořák Theatre presents opera, ballet, and drama. Key sights include Landek Park, showcasing mining history, Ostrava Zoo, Dolní Vítkovice, an educational complex, Ostrava City Museum, and the historic Silesian Ostrava Castle.
For a full experience of Ostrava, including exploring its industrial heritage, cultural sites, and local cuisine, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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