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Lviv National Art Gallery
Large art museum with European and Ukrainian works in an elegant historic building. It suits visitors seeking painting, sculpture and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£17
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£21
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
11 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
12 h 50 m
Trains on 31 Aug
2
Distance
687 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Lviv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Lviv will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Prague to Lviv you need to make at least one change.
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl) · (Přemyšl -> Chernivtsi)
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl)+
IC 706 (Přemyšl -> Kyiv)
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl)+
IC 706 (Přemyšl -> Kyiv)
RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl) · (Přemyšl -> Chernivtsi)Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Prague to Lviv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 687 km
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
10h 58m Average total duration Fastest 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 17m Average total duration 14h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Prague to Lviv trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJ 1023 (Prague -> Přemyšl) · (Přemyšl -> Lviv) | 21:48 Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h12 | 13:00 Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parking (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Prague to Lviv run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £0.98 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 687 km distance in 14h 12m.
Distance 687 km |
Average train duration 10h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 14h 12m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Discover the best of Lviv — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lviv trip today.
Large art museum with European and Ukrainian works in an elegant historic building. It suits visitors seeking painting, sculpture and decorative arts.
Open-air museum of wooden churches, houses and rural buildings set in green surroundings. It offers a peaceful look at traditional life and architecture.
Museum in an old arsenal displaying arms and armour from different periods. A strong choice for military history and craftsmanship enthusiasts.
Tree-lined avenue linking the old town with major civic buildings. It is an easy, atmospheric walk for first-time visitors.
Castle Hill park and viewpoint above the centre. The climb is modest and the panorama makes it one of the city’s most rewarding walks.
Elegant square anchored by the opera house and surrounded by busy central streets. It works well as a landmark and meeting point during a city walk.
Hearty Galician soup with beetroot, cabbage and pork, often served with sour cream. A staple across western Ukraine and closely tied to home cooking in Lviv.
Soft potato dumplings stuffed with meat, cabbage or cheese. A beloved Ukrainian comfort food commonly eaten in Lviv homes and traditional restaurants.
Buckwheat groats cooked as a savoury side or simple main. Long rooted in Ukrainian daily cooking and common in Galician home-style meals.
Elegant restaurant focused on refined Galician and Ukrainian cooking with a calm, polished dining room suited to a longer meal.
Historic themed restaurant in central Lviv known for Galician specialities, nalivky and theatrical service in a cellar setting.
Popular local chain venue serving varenyky, borshch and other Ukrainian classics in a lively, rustic interior near the old town.
Budget-friendly by European standards. Hotels, meals and local transport usually cost less than in Central European city breaks, though premium venues can still be pricey.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add about 5-10% for taxis if service is helpful.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Lviv 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 Lviv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to Lviv trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Lviv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (AS-1) (Львів, Центральний Автовокзал (АС-1)) station pair, with some services arriving at Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parkinh (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг). Use this guide to compare Prague and Lviv 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.
Lviv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (AS-1) (Львів, Центральний Автовокзал (АС-1)) is 5 km from Lviv city centre. Public transport options include:
Lviv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (AS-1) (Львів, Центральний Автовокзал (АС-1)) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Hotel.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lviv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (AS-1) (Львів, Центральний Автовокзал (АС-1)): Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Nota Bene Loft, Hotel Lviv, George Hotel.
Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parkinh (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг) is 1 km from Lviv city centre. Public transport options include:
Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parkinh (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and kiosks inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are located inside the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parkinh (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг).
Available at Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parkinh (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parkinh (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг): Facilities available for disabled passengers.
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