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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
£34
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£123
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
5 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
5 h 44 m
Trains on 23 Oct
27
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Prague will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 27 trains from Hamburg to Prague, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 51 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 1081 · 3553 · Bus RE25 · EX 351
rj 179
ICE 609 · 16501 · S1 · 28000
RE 81677 · RB 81655 · ICE 1541 · rj 251
RB 81643 · ICE 1541 · rj 251
RJ 175
rj 175
RJ 177
rj 177
RJ 171Trains from Hamburg to Prague run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Prague trains for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 179 | On time 17:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h58 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 179 | 17:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h58 | 23:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 607 · IC 2585 · S1 · 28023 | On time 18:34 Hamburg Hbf | 11h36 | 6:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 607 · IC 2585 · S 31775 · Os 28023 | On time 18:34 Hamburg Hbf | 11h36 | 6:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 2797 · IC 2585 · S1 · 28023 | On time 18:34 Hamburg Hbf | 11h36 | 6:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 873 · S15 · EC 431 · IC 461 | On time 19:34 Hamburg Hbf | 13h40 | 9:14 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
ICE 609 · 16501 · S1 · 28000 | On time 20:34 Hamburg Hbf | 12h36 | 9:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 609 · EC 459 | On time 20:34 Hamburg Hbf | 12h51 | 9:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 609 · EC 459 | On time 20:34 Hamburg Hbf | 12h51 | 9:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 241 · ICE 905 · 16501 · S1 | On time 21:02 Hamburg-Bergedorf | 12h08 | 9:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5 changes | |
ICE 809 · ICE 273 · EC 459 | On time 21:51 Hamburg Hbf | 11h34 | 9:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 1541 · RJX 251 | On time 22:28 Hamburg Hbf | 11h54 | 10:22 Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 1541 · rj 251 | On time 22:28 Hamburg Hbf | 11h54 | 10:22 Prague-Holešovice | 2 changes | |
ICE 1081 · R 3453 · R 3553 · EC 60351 | On time 22:28 Hamburg Hbf | 11h53 | 10:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
ICE 921 · 4445 · ICE 1541 · RJX 251 | On time 22:45 Hamburg Hbf | 11h37 | 10:22 Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
ICE 921 · R 4445 · ICE 1541 · rj 251 | On time 22:45 Hamburg Hbf | 11h37 | 10:22 Prague-Holešovice | 3 changes | |
| Friday 23 October | |||||
rj 171 | 5:34 Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 11:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 171 | On time 5:34 Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 11:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 173 | On time 7:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 13:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 173 | 7:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 13:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 175 | 9:34 Hamburg Hbf | 5h41 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 175 | On time 9:34 Hamburg Hbf | 5h41 | 15:15 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 383 | 11:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 383 | On time 11:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 17:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 177 | 13:32 Hamburg Hbf | 5h43 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 177 | On time 13:32 Hamburg Hbf | 5h43 | 19:15 Prague-Holešovice | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 385 | 15:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 385 | On time 15:33 Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 21:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
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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
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Most Hamburg to Prague trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
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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