Zurich to Prague train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Prague

Showing times and prices for 14 Jul

Cheapest price

£173

Average price

£181

Fastest journey

9 h 49 m

Average duration

10 h 15 m

Trains per day

Distance

526 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Prague will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £173.

Fast trains

To travel from Zurich to Prague you need to make at least 2 changes.

EC 191 · ICE 584 · RE 5291 · IC 565

11:339h49

Zurich HB

21:22Prague hlavní nádraží

£1731One-way

3 changes

EC 191 · RJX 69 · EC 336

11:3311h06

Zurich HB

22:39Prague hlavní nádraží

£1731One-way

2 changes

EC 99 · ICE 536 · RE 5289 · IC 563

09:339h49

Zurich HB

19:22Prague hlavní nádraží

£1961One-way

3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Prague

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £109.

Distance: 526 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£141 Average Price	£44 Average Price Cheapest	£231 Average Price
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 24m Average total duration 9h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions	1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Zurich to Prague train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday 13 July

Last updated at 17:32

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
EC 459	Delayed 17:59 Zurich HB	13h24	07:26 07:26Prague hlavní nádraží	0 changesdirect
IR 3287 · S 3 · RE 3281 · ICE 802	20:09 Zurich HB	16h13	12:22 Prague hlavní nádraží	5 changes
IR 3287 · S 3 · Bus EV · RE 57600	20:09 Zurich HB	15h13	11:22 Prague hlavní nádraží	8 changes
Monday 14 July
EC 99 · ICE 536 · RE 5289 · IC 563	On time 07:33 Zurich HB	9h49	17:22 Prague hlavní nádraží	3 changes
EC 191 · ICE 584 · RE 5291 · IC 565	On time 09:33 Zurich HB	9h49	19:22 Prague hlavní nádraží	3 changes
EC 191 · RJX 69 · EC 336	On time 09:33 Zurich HB	11h06	20:39 Prague hlavní nádraží	2 changes
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Prague?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Prague is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Prague route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Prague per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Prague.

Trains

from £54

Coaches

from £37

Flights

from £179

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Prague

Switzerland

Czechia

Trains from Zurich to Prague run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Distance

526 km

Average train duration

11h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

£43

Trains per day

Fastest train

9h 49m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB trains Zurich to Prague

You can travel by train between Zurich and Prague with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB for as low as £45. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Zurich to Prague train.

Zurich to Prague train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 9 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: £45

FAQs: Zurich to Prague train

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Prague easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Prague.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Prague can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Prague is £110; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Zurich to Prague is 9 h 49 min to travel the 326 mile long route, with around there is 1 train per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich to Prague leaves at 07: 59. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich to Prague leaves at 22: 07.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Zurich to Prague with ÖBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Zurich to Prague, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB for the best way to get you to Prague. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Prague from Zurich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 07.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Prague hlavní nádraží, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Zurich to Prague by train is December.

You have options as you can travel between Zurich and Prague 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Prague

Zurich

Prague

The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Prague.

Zürich HB