How to travel from Prague to Brno, Czechia

The distance between Prague and Brno is around 207km (129 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Prague to Brno by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Brno dolní nádraží.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    CZK 245($10)
Operated byRegioJet+ 1 others
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Brno AN u hotelu Grand.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CZK 220($9)
Operated byRegioJet+ 2 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Brno.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance210km (131 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prague and Brno

There are several options for getting from Prague to Brno by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CZK 220 ($9) and will take around 2h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 590 ($24).

The distance between Prague and Brno is around 207km (129 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 186km (116 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Prague and Brno by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Prague to Brno is to drive which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx CZK 590 ($24).

The cheapest way to travel between Prague and Brno, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CZK 220 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Prague and Brno. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Prague and Brno with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 2h 25m.

RegioJet run train services between Prague and Brno. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 25m, 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 Prague and Brno. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Prague and Brno with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 2h 30m.

RegioJet and FlixBus run regular bus services between Prague and Brno. Buses run twice daily and take around 2h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Prague to Brno. We recommend that you take the train to Brno dolní nádraží. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Brno is Turany Airport (BRQ) (BRQ) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Brno. Mosnov Airport (OSR) (OSR) 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 Prague and Brno. The distance is around 210km (131 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Prague to Brno is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around CZK 245 ($10).

How do I get from Prague to Brno

Compare travel optionsbetween Prague and Brno

Transport options from Prague to Brno
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 25m
CZK 245($10)
every 20 mins253km (157 miles)
Bus
2h 30m
CZK 220($9)
hourly207km (129 miles)
Drive
2hrs
CZK 590($24)
on demand210km (131 miles)

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Airports near Brno

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

BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Brno
OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
123km (76 miles) from Brno
PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
197km (122 miles) from Brno