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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 08 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
4 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
5 h 5 m
Trains on 08 Sept
12
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 £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 12 trains from Erfurt to Prague, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 26 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.
LE235
LE235
LE235
EC 459
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · RJ 171
ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175
ICE 806 · IC 2449 · RJ 171
ICE 696 · IC 2447 · RJ 173
ICE 1555 · S1 · 28006 · R 685
ICE 1555 · RJ 175Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 259 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt to Prague:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Prague costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 41m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 5h 4m versus 3h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, Leo Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt to Prague trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 598 · IC 2049 · RJ 385 | Delayed 16:01 16:29Erfurt Hbf | 4h56 | 19:46 19:46Prague 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 | Delayed 17:16 18:29Erfurt Hbf | 5h02 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
LE235 | 18:44 Erfurt Hbf | 6h23 | 1:07 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE235 | 18:44 Erfurt Hbf | 6h37 | 1:21 Praha-Vršovice | 0 changesdirect | |
LE235 | 18:44 Erfurt Hbf | 6h13 | 0:57 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 594 · IC 2045 · S1 · 28023 | Delayed 18:33 20:29Erfurt Hbf | 9h41 | 6:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 1657 · S1 · 28018 · R 675 | On time 21:49 Erfurt Hbf | 10h21 | 8:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
ICE 590 · 16501 · S1 · 28000 | 0:29 Erfurt Hbf | 8h41 | 9:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 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 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 1005 · 3565+ 357 | On time 10:14 Erfurt Hbf | 6h07 | 16:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175 | On time 10:29 Erfurt Hbf | 4h46 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Erfurt to Prague run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt 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 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 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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