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Velký svět techniky
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
58 m
Trains on 19 Sept
42
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Olomouc to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olomouc to Ostrava will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 42 trains from Olomouc to Ostrava, including 34 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov)
RJ 1015 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov))
RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín)
RJ 1009 (Prague -> Havířov)
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice)
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov)
RJ 1015 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov))Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Olomouc to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 79 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Olomouc to Ostrava:
A train is £0.89 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Olomouc to Ostrava costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 14m.
Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 1h 14m versus 1h 4m 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 Leo Express, České dráhy, RegioJet a.s..
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 Olomouc to Ostrava trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LE235 | 4:08 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h17 | 5:25 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE235 | 4:08 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h09 | 5:17 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov) | 8:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 9:00 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 241 | 8:05 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h07 | 9:12 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 113 | 8:37 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 9:43 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1003 (Prague -> Košice) | 10:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 0h58 | 11:00 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 141 | 10:37 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 11:43 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE411-PL | 10:44 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h07 | 11:51 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE411-PL | 10:44 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h14 | 11:58 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1005/1028 (Prague -> Warsaw) | 12:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 13:02 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115 | 12:37 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h06 | 13:43 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1253 | 12:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h10 | 13:55 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1253 | 12:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h03 | 13:48 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 14018+ SC 505 | 13:18 Olomouc město | 1h28 | 14:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Os 14018+ SC 505 | 13:20 Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 1h26 | 14:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
SC 505 | 13:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 14:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1255 | 13:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h08 | 14:56 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1255 | 13:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 14:49 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1007 (Prague -> Havířov) | 14:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 15:02 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE413-PL | 14:44 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h14 | 15:58 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE413-PL | 14:44 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h07 | 15:51 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 14062+ SC 507 | 15:18 Olomouc město | 1h28 | 16:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Os 14062+ SC 507 | 15:20 Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 1h26 | 16:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1009 (Prague -> Havířov) | 16:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 17:02 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 17:05 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 18:05 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 14066 · EC 145 | 17:18 Olomouc město | 2h25 | 19:43 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Os 14066 · EC 145 | 17:20 Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 2h23 | 19:43 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 1013 (Prague -> Opava východ) | 18:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h02 | 19:04 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1015 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov)) | 19:05 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 20:05 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE415-PL | 19:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h07 | 20:55 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE415-PL | 19:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h14 | 21:02 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1017 (Prague -> Návsí (Jablunkov)) | 20:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h01 | 21:03 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
Os 14034+ SC 517 | 21:18 Olomouc město | 1h28 | 22:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
Os 14034+ SC 517 | 21:20 Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží | 1h26 | 22:46 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
LE1263 | 21:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h13 | 23:01 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1263 | 21:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h04 | 22:52 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín) | 22:02 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h00 | 23:02 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1265 | 22:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h34 | 0:19 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
LE1265 | 22:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h26 | 0:11 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE419-PL | 23:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h10 | 0:55 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
LE419-PL | 23:45 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 1h17 | 1:02 Ostrava hlavní nádraží | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 23:48 Olomouc hlavní nádraží | 0h55 | 0:43 Ostrava-Svinov station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Olomouc to Ostrava run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Discover the best of Ostrava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ostrava trip today.
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Compact gallery presenting 20th and 21st century Czech and international art in a striking converted industrial hall.
City museum covering Ostrava’s history, archaeology and cultural development inside the Old Town Hall on Masaryk Square.
Popular regenerated industrial quarter with cultural venues, open spaces and event life around the former steelworks.
Central square framed by historic buildings, fountains and the old town hall museum, ideal for a short walk in the city centre.
Large city park with ponds, woodland paths and sports facilities, well suited to relaxed walks away from the centre.
Hearty beef goulash with onion and paprika, commonly served with bread dumplings. A staple of Czech pub cooking widely enjoyed in Ostrava.
Soft bread dumplings filled with smoked meat and served with cabbage or fried onion. A filling traditional dish common in Moravia and Silesia.
Potato pancakes seasoned with garlic and marjoram, pan-fried until crisp. A beloved Czech comfort food often eaten at markets and beer halls.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in the Imperial Hotel, known for polished service and refined Czech and European cooking.
Stylish modern restaurant in Dolní Vítkovice serving Czech and international dishes in an industrial heritage setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant for tank beer, Czech classics and a lively pub atmosphere in central Ostrava.
Ostrava is budget-friendly for Czech city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and public transport costs than Prague or Brno.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. Taxis are usually rounded up slightly. In cafés, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Ostrava-Svinov -> Masarykovo náměstí, Ostrava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olomouc to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Olomouc to Ostrava trains use the Olomouc hlavní nádraží to Ostrava, hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Ostrava-Svinov. Use this guide to compare Olomouc and Ostrava train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Olomouc hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Olomouc city centre. Public transport options include:
Olomouc hlavní 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Moritz, Hanácká Hospoda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palác, Hotel Flora, NH Collection Olomouc Congress.
Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží is 1 km from Olomouc city centre. Public transport options include:
Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
ATMs are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
Available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží: Parking, WC.
Available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc-Nová Ulice nádraží.
Olomouc město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Olomouc město.
ATMs are available at Olomouc město.
Available at Olomouc město: Parking, WC.
Available at Olomouc město: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olomouc město.
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží is 2 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava, hlavní 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 Slunečnice, Pivnice U Rady
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Maria, Hotel Brioni, Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel.
Ostrava-Svinov is 5 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava-Svinov 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 U Dvoraka, Pizzeria Coloseum
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Svinov: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava, Hotel Jan Maria, Hotel Akord.
Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
ATMs are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
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