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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 04 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
5 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
5 h 20 m
Trains on 04 Sept
7
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Prague will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 7 trains from Magdeburg to Prague, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Magdeburg to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £194.
Distance: 298 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Magdeburg to Prague:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Magdeburg to Prague costing on average £45.
A coach is £171 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Magdeburg to Prague costing on average £194.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 32m.
Coach takes on average 6h 34m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 5h 1m versus 4h 5m 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.
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 Magdeburg to Prague trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 Magdeburg | 8h09 | 14:10 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:01 Magdeburg | 5h24 | 12:25 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:01 Magdeburg | 5h14 | 14:15 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:01 Magdeburg | 5h24 | 15:25 Prague | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:01 Magdeburg | 5h24 | 16:25 Prague | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Magdeburg to Prague run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg to Prague trains use the Magdeburg Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Magdeburg and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Magdeburg Hbf is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg 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: Hummels Brauhaus, Pizza Hut, ALEX, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadtfeld, ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz 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: Subway, Café "Alt Magdeburg" in der grünen Zitadelle, Indian Palace, Bingöl Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hasselbachplatz.
Nearby hotels include ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
Magdeburg-Buckau is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg-Buckau 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: Roter Stern, ZAZA Bingöl Grill, Vocelli Esskultur, City Tele Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. ATMs are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Information desks are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg-Buckau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg-Buckau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg-Buckau.
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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