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Museum Niederösterreich
Leading Lower Austrian museum for regional art, history and nature, with contemporary architecture by the Kulturbezirk.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
4 h 48 m
Trains on 19 Sept
11
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to St Pölten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to St Pölten will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Prague to St Pölten you need to make at least one change.
RJ 277+
EC 103+
IC 646
RJ 275+
EC 203+
IC 642
RJ 53+
IC 640
RJ 273+
EC 101+
IC 548
EC 333+
RJX 65
EC 333+
RJX 65
EC 331+
RJX 61
RJ 277+
EC 103+
IC 646
RJ 55+
IC 644
RJ 275+
EC 203+
IC 642Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to St Pölten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £412.
Distance: 228 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £412 Average Price | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to St Pölten:
A train is £368 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to St Pölten costing on average £412.
Other travel options to St Pölten take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 41m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 4h 41m versus 3h 35m 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 St Pölten trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:21 Prague | 4h40 | 10:01 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:46 Prague | 5h08 | 10:54 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:21 Prague | 4h40 | 13:01 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
RJ 51+ IC 546 | 4:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h55 | 9:30 St.Pölten Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 273+ IC 548+ EC 101 | 5:37 Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h53 | 10:30 St.Pölten Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Prague to St Pölten run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 228 km |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Discover the best of St Pölten — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St Pölten trip today.
Leading Lower Austrian museum for regional art, history and nature, with contemporary architecture by the Kulturbezirk.
Contemporary art museum presenting changing exhibitions in a striking modern building near the government quarter.
City museum in a former Carmelite convent, covering St Pölten’s history, archaeology and selected special exhibitions.
Historic main square lined with Baroque façades, shops and civic buildings; ideal for strolling and city-centre views.
Broad representative square in the government district, framed by modern public architecture and cultural venues.
Central pedestrian street connecting key old town sights, good for a relaxed walk and everyday city atmosphere.
Slow-roasted pork rind seasoned with caraway and garlic. A classic Lower Austrian tavern dish, usually served with bread, mustard and horseradish.
Poppy seed noodles made with potato dough, butter and ground Mohn. A beloved Lower Austrian sweet main or dessert linked to the region’s poppy seed tradition.
Apricot dumplings of potato or quark dough filled with Wachau apricots and coated in buttery crumbs. A famous seasonal speciality from nearby Lower Austria.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in the city centre with modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional Austrian inn known for classic regional dishes, generous portions and a straightforward local atmosphere.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving Austrian and beer-friendly dishes in a lively, historic setting with house-brewed beer.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining cost less than Vienna, while local buses and regional rail are reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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St. Pölten Hbf -> Rathausplatz, St. Pölten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to St Pölten 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 St Pölten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prague to St Pölten trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to St.Pölten Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal). Use this guide to compare Prague and St Pölten 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-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.
St.Pölten Hbf is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten Hbf 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 La Dolce Vita, Gasthaus Figl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Hbf: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropol, Cityhotel D&C, Hotel Graf.
St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal) is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal).
Available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal): Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
Viehofen is 3 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
Viehofen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Viehofen.
Available at Viehofen: WC.
Available at Viehofen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viehofen.
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