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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
£15
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Prague will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 27 trains that leave Bratislava for Prague every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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.
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague)
LE1214
LE1214
RJ 1048 (Bratislava -> Prague)
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague)
RJ 276
EC 278
rj 274
rj 276
RJ 274Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 291 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Prague trains for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 278 | 11:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 16:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 278 | 11:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 16:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1048 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 12:26 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h32 | 16:58 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1216 | 13:05 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 5h50 | 18:55 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 276 | 13:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 18:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 276 | 13:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 18:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 274 | 15:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 20:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 274 | 15:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 20:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1050 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 16:15 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h41 | 20:56 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 272 | 17:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 22:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 272 | 17:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 22:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 270 | 19:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h27 | 0:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 270 | 19:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h27 | 0:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EN 40476 | 21:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 5h11 | 3:09 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 681 · EN 442 | 22:55 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 8h31 | 7:26 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
REX 2539 · S 26090 · R 2300 · EC 282 | 23:50 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 10h33 | 10:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
LE1214 | 4:11 Bratislava-Petržalka | 5h44 | 9:55 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1214 | 4:42 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 5h13 | 9:55 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) | 5:17 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h41 | 9:58 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 282 | 5:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 10:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 282 | 5:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 10:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 280 | 7:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 12:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 280 | 7:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h25 | 12:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1046 (Žilina -> Prague) | 8:26 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h30 | 12:56 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 174 | 9:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h28 | 14:26 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 174 | 9:58 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h28 | 14:26 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 130+ RJ 252 | 10:46 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h37 | 15:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 130 · rj 252 | 10:46 Bratislava hlavná stanica | 4h37 | 15:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bratislava to Prague run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 91 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 -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Trains from Bratislava to Prague are operated by Czech rail company České dráhy, and journeys are direct services with no changes required. Journeys are usually around 4 hours in duration; this varies very little between services. Services always depart from Bratislava Main Station and arrive at Prague Main Station, right in the centre of Prague. There are usually around 9 services operating from Bratislava to Prague each day, and trains run on every day of the week.
There are on average 9 services from Bratislava to Prague to choose from every day of the week. The first train usually leaves in the early morning, at around 5:00 am, and arrives at Prague Main Station four hours later, just after 9:00 am. The last service of the day from Bratislava to Prague departs from Bratislava Main Station in the evening, around 8:00 pm, and arrives in Prague around midnight.
The train journey from Bratislava to Prague lasts an average of 4 hours: the journey durations range between 3 hours 58 minutes and 4 hours 3 minutes. When booking with Omio, all services from Bratislava to Prague are direct trains, and passengers are required to make no changes during the journey.
Departure train station: Bratislava Main Station, also known as Bratislava hlavná stanica. This station is just a 15 minute walk from the centre of the city, and can easily be reached by bus in a few minutes, if you are travelling with luggage and would prefer not to walk. The station offers a range of facilities, including luggage lockers, ticket machines, public toilets, free WiFi, and cafés.
Arrival train station: Prague Main Station, also known as Praha hlavní nádraí. It is situated right in the centre of the city, within walking distance of the main sights. The station offers a range of facilities, including shops, 24-hour luggage storage, and a variety of restaurants and cafés. Prague Main Station is also well-connected by metro, and offers a taxi rank and a FlixBus stop as well.
Trains from Bratislava to Prague are operated by Czech rail company České dráhy. Passengers travelling with České dráhy from Bratislava to Prague will usually travel on sleek, modern Eurocity trains.
Services from Bratislava to Prague operated by České dráhy last on average 4 hours, with around 9 trains departing throughout the day. All České dráhy services from Bratislava to Prague are direct services, with no changes required on the way.
České dráhy train services from Bratislava to Prague offer a range of facilities on board. Passengers can choose between First Class and Second Class seating when booking tickets, and trains offer a restaurant carriage, at-seat refreshment service, and free wireless internet connection. There are no specified luggage restrictions for České dráhy services, and oversized luggage can usually be transported onboard trains too. Selected services also offer 230V power sockets at your seat for charging electrical devices. Pets can be transported on most services if you purchase a pet ticket in advance; dogs must be muzzled and kept on a lead at all times during the ride. Tickets for bicycle transportation can also be purchased in advance, and certain trains also offer special spaces to store bicycles. Passengers with additional needs can specify that they require extra assistance when booking, provided they make the booking at least 24 hours before the intended departure.
A top tip is to remember to book train tickets far in advance. It's also useful to remain flexible with travel dates, as train ticket prices can vary widely from day to day, and even from month to month. Also consider the journey duration - longer train journeys, or trips requiring one or more changes during the ride, are often the cheapest journeys.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava 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 Bratislava to Prague trains use the Bratislava Hlavná Stanica to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Zahradní Město. Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava Hlavná Stanica 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: Fach Restaurant, Savoy Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Matyšák, Mercure Bratislava Centrum Hotel, Loft Hotel Bratislava.
Bratislava-Vinohrady is 4 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Vinohrady has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bratislava-Vinohrady.
ATMs are available at Bratislava-Vinohrady.
Available at Bratislava-Vinohrady: Parking, WC.
Available at Bratislava-Vinohrady: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Vinohrady.
Bratislava-Petržalka is 3 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava-Petržalka 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 Petržalka, Pizzeria La Mamma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bratislava-Petržalka. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava-Petržalka: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Viktor, Hotel Dominika, Hotel Expo.
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-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
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.
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