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Historisches Museum Bamberg
City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
5 h 34 m
Trains on 08 Sept
11
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Bamberg will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Prague to Bamberg you need to make at least 2 changes.
EX 354 · 3576 · IC 2163
RJ 174 · ICE 1552 · ICE 605
RJ 174 · IC 2446 · ICE 695 · 4931
R 690 · Os 28007 · S1 · ICE 1556
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 · ICE 1558
EX 354 · 3576 · IC 2163
IC 564 · 5284 · 3439
RJ 512 · 5286 · 3441
IC 562 · 5288 · 3443
IC 560 · 5290 · 3445Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. 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 £25, while a flight costs an average of £304.
Distance: 252 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £304 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg 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 Prague to Bamberg:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Bamberg costing on average £28.
A coach is £279 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Bamberg costing on average £304.
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Flight takes on average 5h 47m.
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 5h 20m versus 3h 32m 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 Prague to Bamberg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 564 · 5284 · 3439 | 8:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h36 | 14:11 Bamberg | 2 changes | |
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 · ICE 1558 | On time 8:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h28 | 15:15 Bamberg | 4 changes | |
EX 358 · 3568 · 4970 | On time 9:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h45 | 15:20 Bamberg | 2 changes | |
EX 358 · 3568 · 4970 | On time 9:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h45 | 15:20 Bamberg | 2 changes | |
RJ 512 · 5286 · 3441 | 10:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h37 | 16:12 Bamberg | 2 changes | |
R 690 · Os 28007 · S1 · ICE 1556 | On time 10:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h28 | 17:15 Bamberg | 4 changes | |
IC 562 · 5288 · 3443 | 12:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h37 | 18:12 Bamberg | 2 changes | |
EX 354 · 3576 · IC 2163 | On time 13:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h24 | 18:59 Bamberg | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Prague to Bamberg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:41 |
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Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.
City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.
Art museum focused on modern and contemporary works in a former palace by the Regnitz. Compact, thoughtful and easy to combine with a walk nearby.
Diocesan museum with sacred art, reliquaries, sculptures and treasures linked to Bamberg’s ecclesiastical past. Best for church art lovers.
Picturesque former fishermen’s district with half-timbered houses and canals. Ideal for strolling, photos and a quieter side of the old town.
Elegant rose garden beside the Neue Residenz with broad views across Bamberg’s rooftops. A favourite place for a calm break and city panorama.
Historic streetscape with baroque facades and local shops running through the old town. A rewarding route for architecture and everyday city life.
Iconic dark lager smoked over beechwood, giving a bacon-like aroma. It is Bamberg’s signature drink and central to the city’s brewing tradition.
Onion stuffed with minced pork and bacon, then braised in beer or stock. A hearty Franconian inn classic closely associated with Bamberg.
Blue poached sausages gently cooked in a vinegar-onion broth. A traditional Franconian sausage dish commonly served in Bamberg taverns.
Long-established restaurant with refined Franconian and German cooking, known for seasonal menus and a formal but welcoming dining room.
Traditional brewery inn serving Rauchbier and robust Franconian specialities in a rustic, local atmosphere.
Brewery restaurant by the river offering house beers and Franconian favourites in a polished historic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are fairly priced, and local buses are reasonable. Tourist areas can cost more, but Bamberg is often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Bamberg Hauptbahnhof -> Maximiliansplatz, Bamberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Bamberg 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 Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to Bamberg trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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.
Bamberg 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 Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
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