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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 13 Oct
£52
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£90
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
11 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
11 h 25 m
Trains on 13 Oct
9
Distance
621 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Prague will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Bern to Prague you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 372 · ICE 565 · 88619 · 3573
ICE 100 · ICE 590 · 16501 · S1
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049
ICE 276 · ICE 1657 · S1 · 28018
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441
ICE 372 · ICE 565 · 88619 · 3573
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049
ICE 106 · ICE 596 · IC 2047 · RJ 179
IC 709 · EC 99+
361Trains from Bern to Prague run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 621 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 621 km |
Average train duration 11h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 55m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Prague trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 690 · IC 2441 | On time 8:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h11 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 4 changes | |
IC 709 · EC 99+ 361 | 8:31 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h50 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 372 · ICE 565 · 88619 · 3573 | On time 9:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h17 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 372 · RJ 385 | On time 9:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h21 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 598 · IC 2049 | On time 10:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h21 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes |
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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 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.
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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 -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Prague by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bern to Prague trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Bern and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
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, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha-Smichov is 3 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Smichov has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Smichov.
ATMs are available at Praha-Smichov.
Available at Praha-Smichov: Parking, WC.
Available at Praha-Smichov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Smichov.
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