How to travel from Berlin to Prague, Czechia

The distance between Berlin and Prague is around 346km (215 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 20m.

3 routes found

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Prague.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CZK 540($22)
Operated byFlixBus+ 5 others
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Train

Take the train to Decin hl.n. and then to Praha hl.n..

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    CZK 1,670($68)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Drive

Drive to Prague.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Distance346km (215 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Berlin and Prague

There are several options for getting from Berlin to Prague by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CZK 540 ($22) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CZK 1,525 ($62).

The distance between Berlin and Prague is around 346km (215 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 280km (174 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Berlin and Prague by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Berlin to Prague is to drive which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx CZK 1,525 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Berlin and Prague, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CZK 540 ($22) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Berlin and Prague. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Berlin to Prague. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Decin hl.n.. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 30m.

Deutsche Bahn, Czech Railways and Swiss Railways run train services between Berlin and Prague. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 4h 30m, 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 Berlin and Prague. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Berlin and Prague with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 4h 25m.

FlixBus, RegioJet, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, Racic Eurobus and Pejic Tours run regular bus services between Berlin and Prague. Buses run hourly and take around 4h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Berlin to Prague. We recommend that you take the bus to Prague. instead which will take 4h 25m.

The closest major airport to Prague is Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG) (PRG) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Prague. Turany Airport (BRQ) (BRQ) and Mosnov Airport (OSR) (OSR) 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 Berlin and Prague. The distance is around 346km (215 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Berlin to Prague is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around CZK 540 ($22).

How do I get from Berlin to Prague

Compare travel optionsbetween Berlin and Prague

Transport options from Berlin to Prague
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
4h 25m
CZK 540($22)
hourly352km (219 miles)
Train
4h 30m
CZK 1,670($68)
every 3 hours369km (229 miles)
Drive
3h 20m
CZK 1,525($62)
on demand346km (215 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Berlin and Prague

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Airports near Prague

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

PRG
Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Prague
BRQ
Turany Airport (BRQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
194km (121 miles) from Prague
OSR
Mosnov Airport (OSR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
269km (167 miles) from Prague