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StadtMuseum Pirna
Pirna’s main museum presents local history, art and the city’s Canaletto connections in a Renaissance house near the market square.
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Pirna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Pirna will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Prague to Pirna you need to make at least one change.
rj 176 · S 31744
rj 382 · S 31736
rj 178 · S 31728
RJ 178 · S1
R 692 · Os 28005 · S 31730
RJ 176 · S1
rj 176 · S 31744
rj 382 · S 31736
rj 178 · S 31728
RJ 178 · S1Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Pirna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 103 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Pirna trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
rj 178 · S 31728 | On time 8:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h34 | 11:05 Pirna station | 1 change | |
RJ 178 · S1 | On time 8:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h34 | 11:05 Pirna station | 1 change | |
R 692 · Os 28005 · S 31730 | On time 8:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h48 | 11:35 Pirna station | 2 changes | |
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 | 8:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h48 | 11:35 Pirna station | 2 changes | |
rj 382 · S 31736 | On time 10:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h34 | 13:05 Pirna station | 1 change | |
RJ 382 · S1 | On time 10:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h34 | 13:05 Pirna station | 1 change | |
R 690 · Os 28007 · S1 | 10:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h48 | 13:35 Pirna station | 2 changes | |
R 690 · Os 28007 · S 31738 | On time 10:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h48 | 13:35 Pirna station | 2 changes | |
RJ 176 · S1 | On time 12:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h34 | 15:05 Pirna station | 1 change | |
rj 176 · S 31744 | On time 12:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2h34 | 15:05 Pirna station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Prague to Pirna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Pirna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pirna trip today.
Pirna’s main museum presents local history, art and the city’s Canaletto connections in a Renaissance house near the market square.
Memorial and documentation centre in the former Sonnenstein sanatorium, explaining the site’s history through sober, important exhibitions.
Small Richard Wagner museum in Graupa, focusing on the composer’s stay in the area and the origins of parts of Lohengrin.
Pirna’s central square is lined with colourful town houses, arcades and cafés, making it the best place to appreciate the old town atmosphere.
Elegant old-town street with restored façades, shops and historic details. It is ideal for a leisurely walk through Pirna’s Renaissance core.
Terraced gardens and paths below Sonnenstein offering broad views over the town, the Elbe and surrounding hills, especially attractive at sunset.
A Saxon pot roast marinated in vinegar and spices, then braised. It is a classic festive meat dish across the region around Pirna.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is a traditional warming meal in local homes and inns.
A rustic stew of potatoes, carrots, beans and pork or beef. This simple one-pot dish reflects traditional Saxon home cooking.
Refined restaurant in a historic townhouse with seasonal German cooking and a quieter atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Traditional brewery restaurant in Pirna’s old town serving hearty Saxon dishes and house beers in a historic, casual setting.
Cosy inn-style venue known for regional Saxon fare, local beers and a relaxed atmosphere close to the old town centre.
Moderate for Germany: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than Dresden or Munich, while local transport and everyday cafés remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Pirna 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 Pirna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to Pirna trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Pirna station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Pirna 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.
Pirna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bootshaus Pirna, Zum Bettelmönch, Le Café, Zum Anker
Wi-Fi is available at Pirna. ATMs are available at Pirna.
Ticket office support is available at Pirna. Information desks are available at Pirna.
Luggage storage is available at Pirna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pirna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pirna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pirna.
Nearby hotels include Pirn'scher Hof, Sächsischer Hof.
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