Prague to Český Krumlov train with České dráhy

Trains from Prague to Cesky Krumlov

Prague and Cesky Krumlov sit approximately 107 miles apart. The main railway operator between the cities is the state-owned company, České dráhy (Czech Railways), which runs a direct train from the capital to the southern Bohemian city. A CD train departs the Prague main train station (Praha hlavní nádra) at around 9:00 a.m. daily and arrives at Cesky Krumlov just before noon.

Prague to Cesky Krumlov train times: daily departures

A direct České dráhy train from Prague to Krumlov is available only once a day and all departures are scheduled for around 9:00 a.m. Passengers are advised to be present at the Praha hlavní nádraí train station at least half an hour before departure for the check-in procedures and a smooth passage through customs.

How long is the journey by train from Prague to Cesky Krumlov?

Trains from Prague to Cesky Krumlov take approximately 2 hours 51 minutes to cover the distance. This about the same time coaches take on the route, but many travelers still prefer trains as they are immune to traffic snarl-ups, accidents, and other forms of road delays. If you would like a scenic ride and are concerned about a more precise arrival time,  a train is the better choice.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Prague to Cesky Krumlov?

Departure station: All CD trains operating the Prague-Cesky Krumlov route depart from Praha hlavní nádraí - Czech Republic's largest train station. The station is only a 20-minute walk from the King Charles Bridge and a 15-minute walk from Prague's old town.

Arrival station: Český Krumlov train station, the arrival station, is smaller, less congested, and easier to locate compared to its counterpart at Prague. The city center is about 20 minutes' walk away, but it is recommended that you take a taxi if you have luggage.

Which train companies travel from Prague to Cesky Krumlov?

There is only one direct train a day from Prague to Cesky Krumlov - České dráhy (ČD). All other connections have a change, usually in Ceske Budejovice. If you don't want to miss a direct train, consider booking your ticket on Omio as early as a week prior to the travel day.

České dráhy Prague to Cesky Krumlov

České dráhy is the dominant railway operator in the Czech Republic. It served a whopping 71 million passengers in 2017, up from 70 million in 2016 - an increase in business that experts largely attributed to a favorable tweaking of ticket prices and friendly customer service.

Along the Prague-Cesky Krumlov route, the state-owned company is the sole direct-train operator. Bus services come as its closest competitors.

Prague to Cesky Krumlov : services on board

While most České dráhy trains, particularly between major cities, have first- and economy-class categories, there are no premium services on the trains from Prague to Cesky Krumlov. The tickets and services are the same for everyone, both on board the train and during checking in and out.

The operator offers luggage storage facilities and car parking services for passengers who may drive themselves to the station. Pets are allowed on board, and so are bikes and luggage.

For the visually impaired, hearing impaired, and passengers on wheelchairs, České dráhy offers special facilities and services, but such individuals are advised to book their tickets at least 24 hours before departure time.

How to find cheap tickets from Prague to Cesky Krumlov

If you are only interested in direct tickets from Prague to Cesky Krumlov, then you don't have much of an option as there is only one provider. You may however cut back on your travel costs by booking your tickets on Omio in advance or pushing your travel date back to when prices have fallen. Connecting trains and buses may also prove more economical, but these options have their downsides which you should consider acquainting yourself with.