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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 23 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£93
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
4 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
4 h 50 m
Trains on 23 Oct
27
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt to Prague will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 27 trains from Erfurt to Prague, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.
ICE 590 · 16501 · S1 · 28000
EC 459
EC 459
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · rj 171
ICE 604 · ICE 1553 · S1 · 28004
ICE 694 · IC 2445 · rj 175
ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175
ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · RJ 171
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · rj 171Trains from Erfurt to Prague run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Prague trains for tomorrow, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · RJ 171 | On time 6:30 Erfurt Hbf | 4h55 | 11:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · rj 171 | On time 6:30 Erfurt Hbf | 4h55 | 11:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 604 · ICE 1553 · S1 · 28004 | On time 7:25 Erfurt Hbf | 5h45 | 13:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 604 · ICE 1553 · S 31723 · Os 28004 | On time 7:25 Erfurt Hbf | 5h45 | 13:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 696 · IC 2447 · RJ 173 | On time 8:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h56 | 13:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 696 · IC 2447 · rj 173 | On time 8:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h56 | 13:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1555 · RJ 175 | On time 9:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h26 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
ICE 1555 · S1 · 28006 · R 685 | On time 9:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h21 | 15:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 1555 · rj 175 | On time 9:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h26 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
ICE 1555 · S 31731 · Os 28006 · R 685 | On time 9:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h21 | 15:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175 | On time 10:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h46 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · IC 2445 · rj 175 | On time 10:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h46 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
ICE 1557 · S1 · 28008 · R 689 | On time 11:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h21 | 17:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 1557 · RJ 383 | On time 11:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h36 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 1557 · S 31739 · Os 28008 · R 689 | On time 11:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h21 | 17:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 692 · IC 2443 · RJ 383 | On time 12:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h56 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1559 · S1 · 28010 · R 693 | On time 13:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h21 | 19:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 1559 · RJ 177 | On time 13:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h26 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · IC 2441 · RJ 177 | On time 14:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h46 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
ICE 1651 · S1 · 28012 · R 697 | On time 15:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h21 | 21:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 1651 · RJ 385 | On time 15:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h36 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | On time 16:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h56 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1653 · RJ 179 | On time 17:49 Erfurt Hbf | 5h42 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 596 · IC 2047 · RJ 179 | On time 18:29 Erfurt Hbf | 5h02 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 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 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
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Most Erfurt to Prague trains use the Erfurt Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Erfurt and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Erfurt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
Erfurt Nord is 2 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Bruzelkiste Tag & Nacht, Pizzeria Vulcano, Bagdad Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Nord. ATMs are available at Erfurt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Nord. Information desks are available at Erfurt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Nord.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindeneck, Pension Feldschlößchen.
Erfurt-Bischleben is 5 km from Erfurt city centre. Public transport options include:
Erfurt-Bischleben has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zur Schuhleiste, Bachstelze
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. ATMs are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. Information desks are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt-Bischleben. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erfurt-Bischleben: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Erfurt-Bischleben: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt-Bischleben.
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-Vršovice is 3 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Vršovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ansámbl, Bad Flash Bar, Café Sladkovský
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Vršovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Vršovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Vršovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Vršovice: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Vršovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mars, Hotel Slavia, Hotel Nabucco.
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