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Transcarpathian Museum of Folk Architecture and Life
Open-air museum in Uzhhorod presenting traditional houses, churches, and folk life from across Transcarpathia.
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Chop is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Chop will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 6 trains that leave Prague for Chop every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 594 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 15 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.
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Chop)
rj 175 · R 6020 · R 6230
EC 279 · IC 618 · R 6238
rj 277 · IC 726 · Ex 16706
rj 257 · rjx 261 · R 6020 · R 6230
RJ 1021 (Prague -> Chop)
EC 279 · IC 618 · R 6238
rj 277 · IC 726 · Ex 16706
rj 251 · EC 149 · R 6248
rj 257 · rjx 261 · R 6020 · R 6230Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Chop among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 594 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price | £137 Average Price |
12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 48m Average total duration 14h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Prague to Chop trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
rj 251 · EC 149 · R 6248 | 10:36 Prague-Holešovice | 14h06 | 0:42 Chop | 2 changes | |
EC 279 · IC 618 · R 6238 | 11:37 Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h15 | 23:52 Chop | 2 changes | |
rj 175 · R 6020 · R 6230 | 15:36 Prague-Holešovice | 16h16 | 7:52 Chop | 2 changes | |
RJ 1019 (Prague -> Bohumín) · R 1133 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Chop) | 19:21 Praha-Zahradní Město | 14h17 | 10:38 Chop station | 2 changes | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
rj 277 · IC 726 · Ex 16706 | 9:37 Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h15 | 21:52 Chop | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Prague to Chop run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 594 km distance in 11h 53m.
Distance 594 km |
Average train duration 11h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 53m |
First train 0:36 |
Last train 21:44 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Chop — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chop trip today.
Open-air museum in Uzhhorod presenting traditional houses, churches, and folk life from across Transcarpathia.
Castle museum in Uzhhorod with regional history, archaeology, and period interiors inside a prominent fortress.
Regional art museum in nearby Uzhhorod with Transcarpathian painting and temporary exhibitions in a historic setting.
Riverside area near the Tysa offering open views and a sense of Chop’s borderland landscape.
Main central square of Chop, useful for a short walk, civic buildings, and a feel for the town’s everyday life.
Main thoroughfare lined with local services and everyday town scenes, useful for exploring Chop on foot.
Bograch is a hearty Transcarpathian goulash with beef, pork, paprika and vegetables, long linked to the region’s Hungarian heritage and commonly eaten at gatherings.
Banosh is a Hutsul maize porridge cooked with sour cream and traditionally topped with bryndza and crackling, prized across western Ukraine for its rich mountain flavour.
Holubtsi are cabbage rolls stuffed traditionally with rice and minced meat, then baked or stewed. They are a staple festive and home-style dish across Transcarpathia.
Budget-friendly versus most European border towns. Meals, local transport and simple stays are generally cheap, though options are limited and prices can rise near the station or border.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or add a small tip for helpful service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Chop 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 Chop, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to Chop trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Uzhhorod, Avtostantsiya (Ужгород, Автостанція) station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Chop 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 Libeň is 5 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha Libeň has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Praha Libeň.
ATMs are available at Praha Libeň.
Available at Praha Libeň: Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Libeň: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Libeň.
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Chop has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ricco
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Chop. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chop. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chop: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chop: Ramps.
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