How to travel from Prague to Ostrava, Czechia

The distance between Prague and Ostrava is around 353km (219 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Prague to Ostrava 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 Ostrava Stodolní.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CZK 320($13)
Operated byRegioJet+ 1 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Ostrava main station.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    CZK 615($25)
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Drive

Drive to Ostrava.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Distance375km (233 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prague and Ostrava

There are several options for getting from Prague to Ostrava by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CZK 320 ($13) and will take around 3h 25m.

The distance between Prague and Ostrava is around 353km (219 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 278km (172 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Prague and Ostrava by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Prague to Ostrava is to take the train which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx CZK 320 ($13).

The cheapest way to travel between Prague and Ostrava, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CZK 320 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Prague and Ostrava. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Prague and Ostrava with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 3h 25m.

RegioJet, Czech Railways and LEO Express run train services between Prague and Ostrava. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 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 Ostrava. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Prague and Ostrava with no changeovers required. The bus runs 3 times a week and takes 5hrs.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Prague and Ostrava. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 5hrs 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 Ostrava. We recommend that you take the train to Ostrava Stodolní. instead which will take 3h 25m.

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 Prague and Ostrava. The distance is around 375km (233 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Prague to Ostrava is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around CZK 320 ($13).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Prague and Ostrava

Transport options from Prague to Ostrava
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 25m
CZK 320($13)
hourly353km (219 miles)
Train to Ostrava-Svinov3h 50m
CZK 540($22)
hourly353km (219 miles)
Bus
5hrs
CZK 615($25)
5 times a week376km (234 miles)
Drive
3h 30m
CZK 1,030($42)
on demand375km (233 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