How to travel from Vienna to Prague

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• Arrive at München Hauptbahnhof, conveniently located about 1 km from the city centre.
• Wander through Munich's Old Town, taking in the charm of Marienplatz.
• Witness the famous Glockenspiel at the Neo-Gothic New Town Hall.

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• Discover centuries of Bavarian rule at the opulent Munich Residenz.
• Stroll through the grand Baroque Nymphenburg Palace and its beautiful gardens.
• Relax or walk in the vast English Garden, enjoying its meadows and river scenes.

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• Travel by train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hbf, a journey averaging 1h 50m with tickets from €18.
• Explore the historic Hohensalzburg Fortress, offering panoramic city views.
• Wander through Getreidegasse, Salzburg’s famous shopping lane, and see Mozart's Birthplace.

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• Depart from Salzburg Hbf by train to Hallstatt Bahnhof, with earliest departures around 00:13 and tickets from €10.
• Ascend to the Hallstatt Skywalk Welterbeblick for breathtaking lake and village panoramas.
• Stroll along the Seepromenade Hallstatt and explore the traditional Marktplatz before your return train to Salzburg Hbf, with latest departures around 23:33.

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• Travel by train from Salzburg Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof, a journey averaging 3h 22m with tickets from €20.
• Begin your Viennese discovery with a walk along the Ringstrasse, admiring its grand architecture.
• Visit the Hofburg, the former imperial winter residence, central to Vienna’s history.

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• Take a train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Praha hlavní nádraží, a journey averaging 4h 4m with tickets from €14.
• Explore the vast Prague Castle complex, a defining symbol of Czech statehood.
• Marvel at the Gothic masterpiece of St. Vitus Cathedral within the castle grounds.

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• Spend your morning exploring Prague's Old Town Square or walking across Charles Bridge.
• Depart from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) or Praha hlavní nádraží.
• Consider alternative airports like Dresden Airport (DRS) or Pardubice Airport (PED) for onward travel.

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• Arrive at Vienna International Airport (VIE), with convenient transfers to the city centre via the CAT express train or ÖBB Railjet, taking as little as 16 minutes.
• Explore the magnificent Hofburg Palace, the former imperial residence of the Habsburg dynasty.
• Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna's iconic Gothic masterpiece with its distinctive patterned roof.

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• Discover Schönbrunn Palace, the opulent imperial summer residence, and its expansive Baroque gardens.
• Admire Gustav Klimt's 'The Kiss' and other Austrian art masterpieces at the Belvedere Museum.
• Stroll along the historic Ringstrasse, a circular boulevard showcasing Vienna's grand 19th-century architecture.

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• Travel by train from Vienna to Bratislava, with services running frequently from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Bratislava-Petržalka or Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Tickets start at €13.
• Trains depart as early as 00:02 from Vienna, with the latest return from Bratislava at 23:56, offering flexibility for your day.
• Ascend to Bratislava Castle for panoramic views over the Danube and explore its historical museum.

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• Board a train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Prague's Praha hlavní nádraží. The journey takes approximately 4 hours 4 minutes, with tickets starting at €14.
• Walk across the historic Charles Bridge, adorned with Baroque statues, connecting the Old Town and Lesser Town.
• Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Old Town Square, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque architecture.

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• Explore the vast Prague Castle complex, including St. Vitus Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
• Wander through the historic Jewish Quarter, visiting its well-curated museums and synagogues.
• Discover Malá Strana (Lesser Town), a romantic quarter of palaces and charming lanes beneath Prague Castle.

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• Take a train from Praha hlavní nádraží to Budapest-Kelenföld or Budapest-Nyugati. The journey averages 6 hours 54 minutes, with tickets starting at €17.
• Enjoy the stunning views of the Danube River, particularly the illuminated Hungarian Parliament Building at night.
• Experience Budapest's vibrant nightlife by visiting one of its famous ruin bars.

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• Explore the Buda Castle District, a UNESCO-listed area with cobbled streets, courtyards, and panoramic city views.
• Visit Fisherman's Bastion for breathtaking views over Pest and the Parliament, especially picturesque in the morning.
• Depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which offers international connections and convenient transfers to the city centre via the 100E Airport Express Bus or the 200E bus and Metro Line M3.