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Schwarzenberg Palace
The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
82
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Prague will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 82 buses that leave Berlin for Prague every day 80 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 280 km
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £538 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Prague coaches for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 23:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 3:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 3:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h15 | 3:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 3:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h40 | 4:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h00 | 4:20 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h20 | 5:10 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h40 | 5:30 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h01 | 5:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h41 | 4:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 4:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h45 | 5:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h35 | 8:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h55 | 8:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 Berlin, Puschkinallee (S-Treptower Park) | 4h30 | 8:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h30 | 9:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 5h15 | 9:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h45 | 9:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h00 | 11:10 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h20 | 11:30 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 12:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 11:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h45 | 12:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 11:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h20 | 12:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 12:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 12:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h05 | 12:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 14:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 13:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 9:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 13:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h45 | 14:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 13:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 4h50 | 14:10 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h40 | 15:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h20 | 14:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h00 | 14:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 16:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 15:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 11:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 15:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h45 | 16:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 15:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
000150 | 11:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h10 | 16:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 16:15 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h45 | 16:30 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 16:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h45 | 16:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h10 | 16:15 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 16:30 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 16:45 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h10 | 16:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 17:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 18:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 13:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 17:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h45 | 18:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 17:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 5h30 | 20:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 20:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 19:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 15:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 19:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h45 | 20:00 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 19:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h05 | 20:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 6h25 | 22:25 Praha, Černý Most | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 6h05 | 22:25 Praha, Černý Most | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 5h00 | 21:20 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 21:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 21:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 17:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 21:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h20 | 21:40 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h25 | 22:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h05 | 22:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h55 | 23:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h35 | 23:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Berlin -> Prague) | 19:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h30 | 23:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h35 | 23:55 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h15 | 23:35 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 5h40 | 1:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h40 | 1:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h25 | 1:40 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 4h45 | 2:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:45 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 4h30 | 2:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Berlin to Prague run on average 77 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 75 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 280 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 77 |
Direct buses 75 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Prague — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prague trip today.
The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
A major modern and contemporary art venue with Czech and international works. The trade fair palace setting suits large exhibitions and bold installations.
A private museum focused on Czech and central European modern art. It combines strong permanent displays with temporary exhibitions in a central location.
The heart of historic Prague, filled with merchant houses, churches and lively public space. It is ideal for first-time visitors and evening atmosphere.
A broad boulevard of shops, hotels and major buildings. It is a useful base for city walks and an important setting in modern Czech history.
A landscaped hilltop park with orchards, paths and one of Prague’s finest sunset views. It feels local, relaxed and well away from the busiest crowds.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly associated with Bohemian home cooking.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and bread or potato dumplings. It is one of the most traditional hearty Czech pub and family meals.
Goulash in the Czech style, usually beef, onions and paprika, often served with bread dumplings. A staple of Prague pubs and traditional kitchens.
Stylish restaurant focused on updated Czech cuisine and Czech wines, with a polished but relaxed atmosphere close to the city centre.
Well-known Lokál branch for Pilsner, svíčková and pub staples, with a busy modern beer-hall atmosphere in central Prague.
Long-established venue known for roast meats, Czech specialities and beer, with striking Art Nouveau interiors by Municipal House.
Moderate for Europe. Beer, casual meals and public transport are good value, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more than in many Central European cities.
Tip around 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, often by rounding up. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or rounding up is usual.
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Old Town Square, Prague
With over four dozen direct departures a day and journey times of between four hours 15 minutes and five hours, taking coaches from Berlin to Prague is a relaxing and cost-effective way of travelling between these two cities. A similar timetable is in operation every day of the week. Departures are from either Berlin Bahnhof Sudkreuz or Berlin ZOB am Funkturm with arrivals at Prague Florenc Bus Station.
Most coaches to Prague from Berlin are operated by either Eurolines in codeshare arrangements with Regiojet or by Flixbus. A few daily services are provided by Arda Tur, a Bulgarian company, or Comati PSG, a Romanian operator. All have modern fleets of coaches with standard onboard services of toilets, WiFi, luggage space and air conditioning or heating.
All coaches from Berlin to Prague are direct with journey times of between four hours 15 minutes and five hours. Coaches leaving and arriving at peak traffic periods will have longer journey times.
There are over four dozen coaches a day from Berlin to Prague with a similar timetable in place seven days a week. Departures start in the early hours of the morning and continue until late at night.
Departure bus station: Coaches to Prague from Berlin depart from either Berlin ZOB am Funkturm or from Berlin Bahnhof Sudkreuz. Both are part of Berlin's extensive transport network of buses, S and U-Bahn trains and trams. ZOB am Funkturm is a large bus station with toilets, a taxi rank, left luggage lockers, waiting areas, car parking and a range of shops and cafes. Berlin Bahnhof Sudkreuz is a train station with a similar range of facilities.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Berlin to Prague all complete their journey at Prague Florenc Bus Station, which is within walking distance of the city's attractions. It is part of a transport network of Metro lines, buses, trains and taxis. Among the facilities at Prague Florenc Bus Station are WiFi and an internet cafe, left luggage storage, currency exchange, ATMs, waiting areas, toilets with showers and a range of fast food outlets.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Prague by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Prague buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Praha, ÚAN Florenc station pair, with some services arriving at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Prague bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Alexanderplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple restaurants around the area.
Available in nearby cafes. ATMs are several ATMs in close proximity.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz.
Available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Praha, ÚAN Florenc is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, ÚAN Florenc has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Florenc (in the station), Bistro Florenc (0.2 km), Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc.
Available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticketing area.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží.
Available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Praha, Černý Most is 11 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Černý Most has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Černý Most (in the station), Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Černý Most.
Available at Praha, Černý Most: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Černý Most: Elevators, ramps.
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