How to travel from Olomouc to Ostrava, Czechia

The distance between Olomouc and Ostrava is around 90km (56 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 1hr.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Olomouc to Ostrava by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out OstravaOlomouc if you're planning a return trip.

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Train to Ostrava-Svinov

Take the train to Ostrava-Svinov.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CZK 170($7)
Operated byCzech Railways+ 2 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Ostrava - ÚAN.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    CZK 245($10)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Ostrava.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    CZK 4,180($170)
Operated by

Taxi Olomouc - Vi3

+ 2 others
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Drive

Drive to Ostrava.

  • Duration1hr
  • Distance93km (58 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Olomouc and Ostrava

There are several options for getting from Olomouc to Ostrava by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CZK 145 ($6) and will take around 1h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 1hr, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 4,180 ($170).

The distance between Olomouc and Ostrava is around 90km (56 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 79km (49 miles)

It takes around 1h 5m to get from Olomouc and Ostrava by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1hr to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Olomouc to Ostrava is to take a taxi which takes around 1hr and will set you back approx CZK 4,180 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Olomouc and Ostrava, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CZK 145 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Olomouc and Ostrava. It typically takes around 1h 5m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Olomouc and Ostrava with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 5m.

RegioJet, Czech Railways and LEO Express run train services between Olomouc and Ostrava. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 5m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Olomouc and Ostrava. It typically takes around 1h 10m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Olomouc and Ostrava with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 1h 10m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Olomouc and Ostrava. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 1h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Olomouc to Ostrava. We recommend that you take the train to Ostrava hl.n.. instead which will take 1h 5m.

The closest major airport to Ostrava is Mosnov Airport (OSR) (OSR) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Ostrava. Turany Airport (BRQ) (BRQ) and Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) (PRG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Olomouc and Ostrava. The distance is around 93km (58 miles) by road and it will take around 1hr in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Olomouc to Ostrava is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 5m and will usually cost around CZK 145 ($6).

How do I get from Olomouc to Ostrava

Compare travel optionsbetween Olomouc and Ostrava

Transport options from Olomouc to Ostrava
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train to Ostrava-Svinov + 1 similar
1hr
CZK 170($7)
hourly105km (65 miles)
Train1h 5m
CZK 145($6)
every 30 mins104km (64 miles)
Bus
1h 10m
CZK 245($10)
every 4 hours90km (56 miles)
Taxi
1hr
CZK 4,180($170)
on demand93km (58 miles)
Drive
1hr
CZK 270($11)
on demand93km (58 miles)

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Airports near Ostrava

The following major airports near Ostrava offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Czechia and internationally.

OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
19km (12 miles) from Ostrava
BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
137km (85 miles) from Ostrava
PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
289km (179 miles) from Ostrava