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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
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from České Budějovice to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from České Budějovice to Prague will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 15 trains that leave České Budějovice for Prague every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.
R 720
R 732
EC 334
R 716
IC 534
IC 501
EC 336
IC 540
EC 334
IC 534Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from České Budějovice to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 124 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for České Budějovice to Prague trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 544 | 4:56 České Budějovice station | 1h45 | 6:41 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 732 | 5:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 7:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 501 | 5:58 České Budějovice station | 1h31 | 7:29 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 653 · R 730 | 6:02 České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 8:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 540 | 6:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 8:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 655 · R 726 | 8:02 České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 10:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 336 | 8:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 724 | 9:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 11:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 722 | 10:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 720 | 11:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 13:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 536 | 11:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 13:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 659 · R 326 | 12:02 České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 14:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 534 | 12:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 14:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 716 | 13:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 15:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 334 | 13:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 714 | 14:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 16:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 532 | 14:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 16:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 712 | 15:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 17:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 530 | 15:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 17:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 708 | 16:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 18:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 706 | 17:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 19:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 332 | 17:58 České Budějovice station | 1h41 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 665 · R 324 | 18:02 České Budějovice station | 2h08 | 20:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 704 | 19:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 21:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 702 | 20:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 22:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
R 700 | 21:10 České Budějovice station | 2h00 | 23:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 330 | 22:02 České Budějovice station | 1h40 | 23:42 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from České Budějovice to Prague run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:54 |
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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.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice to Prague trains use the České Budějovice to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Use this guide to compare České Budějovice and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
České Budějovice 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: Masné krámy, Restaurace U Solné brány
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at České Budějovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at České Budějovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at České Budějovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at České Budějovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice, Grandhotel Zvon, Hotel Budweis.
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka is 1 km from České Budějovice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
ATMs are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Bike Parking.
České Budějovice severní zastávka is 2 km from České Budějovice city centre. Public transport options include:
České Budějovice severní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
ATMs are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
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 Masarykovo Nádraží 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 Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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