Day trip from Prague to Dresden by train
Why visit Dresden for the day?
Dresden is known for its baroque skyline, major art collections and the restored Frauenkirche. Set on the Elbe, it balances a grand historic centre with lively modern districts.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Prague
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £147 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.3 - 3.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £147, while a flight costs an average of £484.
Distance: 1341 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£484 Average Price | £147 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 34h 10m Average total duration 33h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
4.0 - 8.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Edinburgh to Prague
Compare the available ways to get from Edinburgh to Prague, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Prague is a coach with an average price of £147.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Prague:
A coach is £338 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Prague costing on average £484.
The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Prague is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 47m.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Coach takes on average 34h 10m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Prague including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 15h 54m sooner (4h 47m by flight vs 20h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £484 compared to roughly £157 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
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How to get to Prague from Edinburgh by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Prague is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
U227538:55 2h20 Edinburgh Airport 12:15 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £82 1 One-way 0 changes
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8:55 2h20 Edinburgh Airport 12:15 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £82 1 One-way 0 changes
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8:55 2h20 Edinburgh Airport 12:15 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £82 1 One-way 0 changes
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20:45 43h50 Edinburgh, Bus Station 17:35 Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) £102 1 One-way 3 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
20:45 43h45 Edinburgh, Bus Station 17:30 Prague, Central Train Station £109 1 One-way 3 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
9:05 48h05 Edinburgh, Bus Station 10:10 Praha, Černý Most £123 1 One-way 3 changes
KL922 · KL13535:40 4h10 Edinburgh Airport 10:50 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £151 1 One-way 1 change- KL928 · KL1359
13:25 5h05 Edinburgh Airport 19:30 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £151 1 One-way 1 change - KL924 · KL1357
9:30 7h05 Edinburgh Airport 17:35 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £151 1 One-way 1 change
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Best day trips from Prague by train
The most popular day trips by train from Prague are Dresden. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Prague on Omio.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Prague
Travel 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 Edinburgh to Prague.
There are 3 options to travel between Edinburgh and Prague including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Prague is a coach with an average price of £147.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Prague:
A coach is £338 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Prague costing on average £484.
The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Prague is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 47m.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Coach takes on average 34h 10m.
The Edinburgh to Prague distance is approximately 1341 km.
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Prague is:
- Around 64 flights per day.
- Around 32 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Prague as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Prague:
- Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Prague, Central Train Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Prague, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Air France, Norwegian Air Shuttle, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, Vueling, easyJet, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Jet2.com, Buzz to go to Prague by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Prague by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Edinburgh to Prague:
- 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to Prague often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Budapest, Berlin, Dresden, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Prague and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Edinburgh to Prague, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Discover Prague by climbing Petrin Hill for stunning city views and exploring the Petrin Tower and Mirror Maze. Experience the vibrant nightlife in Vinohrady, or enjoy a boat cruise on the Vltava River for a unique perspective of the city's landmarks. Immerse yourself in Czech history at the National Museum, and attend a classical music concert in one of its historic churches or concert halls. Visit iconic sights such as Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Jewish Quarter to fully appreciate the city's rich heritage and architectural beauty.
Typically, spending three to four days in Prague allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.
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