Brno to Prague train

Trains from Brno to Prague

Taking the train from Prague to Brno is quick with regular services. RegioJet and Czech Railway (Ceske Drahy) offer almost 100 services every day between the two Czech cities. Almost all run direct to central Prague, and journey times average around three hours.

Brno to Prague train time: daily departures

The Brno to Prague route is extremely well served by RegioJet and Czech Railways. Trains leave early, with the first daily service leaving shortly before 3:30 a.m., and run until just before 10:00 p.m. In between, expect almost 60-80 direct services and a variety of routes with a single change.

How long is the journey by train from Brno to Prague?

Travellers choosing direct trains from Brno to Prague can expect journey times ranging from two hours 27 minutes to three hours 36 minutes. Durations increase a little when a single change is involved, but these services still only take a little over three hours in some cases.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Brno to Prague?

Departure train stations: most trains from Brno to Prague depart from Brno's Hlavni nadrazi, which is in the eastern city centre. Walking from central locations is a good option, and the station hosts shops and cafes, help desks, toilets, and other essential services. Some trains run from Zidenice in north-eastern Brno. Trams reach there from the city centre in under 10 minutes.

Arrival train stations: most trains from Brno run to Prague's Hlavni nadrazi, a large modern station with all major amenities. From there, metro and bus links make reaching the centre easy. Other trains run to Liben in eastern Prague, which is about seven minutes from the centre via suburban trains.

 Which train companies travel from Brno to Prague?

A couple of rail operators offer trains from Brno to Prague. The most prolific operator is Czech Railway, which runs at least one train per hour from Brno Hlavni nadrazi. RegioJet is a good alternative, scheduling direct trains every day.

Czech Railway: Brno to Prague

Czech Railway is the main operator, offering over 40 daily connections with no changes. Journey times range from two hours 27 minutes to three hours 34 minutes.

RegioJet: Brno to Prague

RegioJet offers 20-25 direct trains from Brno to Prague daily, including many early departures. Journey times vary from two hours 27 minutes to two hours 39 minutes, so may be slightly faster than Czech Railway. Services run from Zidenice and Brno Hlavni nadrazi, and run into Prague Hlavni nadrazi.

Brno to Prague trains: services on board

RegioJet classes range from Business to "Relax", Standard, and "Low Cost", with varying levels of comfort. Czech Railway provides First-Class, with personal service and extra lounge space. Luggage measuring less than 90 x 60 x 40 cm can be taken free of charge on Czech Railway, but fees apply for larger cases, while RegioJet allows one larger item to be taken free of charge. Bike storage incurs fees on both railways, and bikes need to be covered to avoid damaging other luggage. In both cases, smaller pets travel free (in suitable containers), but larger pets entail small fees. Wheelchair users are advised to contact companies before travelling.

How to find cheap train tickets from Brno to Prague?

When booking trains from Brno to Prague, arranging travel in advance can deliver big savings, so avoid purchasing tickets a couple of days before departure. Sacrificing a bit of leg room and opting for the carrier's "Low Cost" seats is also a big money saver.