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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 on 19 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 15 m
Buses on 19 Sept
21
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Písek to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Písek to Prague will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 21 buses from Písek to Prague, including 21 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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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FlixBus
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(Český Krumlov -> Prague)
(Český Krumlov -> Prague)
(Český Krumlov -> Prague)Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Písek to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 89 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Písek to Prague:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Písek to Prague costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £20. The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, ČSAD Autobusy České Budějovice.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Písek to Prague coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 6:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 7:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 7:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 8:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h40 | 10:10 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h25 | 9:55 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 8:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 9:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
370708 | 8:40 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h20 | 10:00 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 9:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 10:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 11:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 12:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 13:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 14:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 14:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 15:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 15:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 16:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 16:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 17:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:35 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 17:50 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:35 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h25 | 18:00 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
370708 | 17:10 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h20 | 18:30 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 17:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 18:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 19:30 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h30 | 19:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 18:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 19:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 19:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 20:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
(Český Krumlov -> Prague) | 20:30 Písek, Autobusové nádraží | 1h15 | 21:45 Praha, Na Knížecí | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Písek to Prague run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 12m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
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The city’s leading art museum in a noble palace, showing European works from medieval painting to the nineteenth century in elegant historic rooms.
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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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Most Písek to Prague buses use the Písek, Autobusové nádraží to Praha, Na Knížecí station pair, with some services arriving at Praha, ÚAN Florenc. Use this guide to compare Písek and Prague bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Písek, Pražská has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Písek, Pražská. ATMs are available at Písek, Pražská.
Ticket office support is available at Písek, Pražská.
Available at Písek, Pražská: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Písek, Pražská: Station has step-free access.
Praha, Na Knížecí is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Na Knížecí has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: Café Na Knížecí (in the station), Bistro Praha (0.2 km), Restaurace U Knížete (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Praha, Na Knížecí: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Na Knížecí: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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