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 Padua to Prague
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Padua to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a flight costs an average of £381.
Distance: 553 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Train | Driving |
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£381 Average Price | £77 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Padua to Prague
Compare the available ways to get from Padua to Prague, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Prague is a train with an average price of £7.
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Prague:
A train is £70 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Padua to Prague costing on average £77.
A train is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Prague costing on average £381.
The fastest way to travel from Padua to Prague is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 21m.
Coach takes on average 14h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Padua 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 6h 2m sooner (3h 3m by flight vs 9h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £381 compared to roughly £166 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.
Travel optionsfrom Padua to Prague
How to get to Prague from Padua by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Padua to Prague is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus
16:45 13h00 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 5:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc £53 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- FlixBus
16:45 13h00 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 5:45 Praha, ÚAN Florenc £53 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
FR 153112:50 1h20 Treviso Airport 14:10 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £237 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
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Coach
Flight
Regionale Veloce 3960+RJX 134+
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)7:53 14h05 Padova 21:58 Prague hlavní nádraží £129 1 One-way 2 changes- Regionale 16955+RJX 134+RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
7:49 14h09 Padova 21:58 Prague hlavní nádraží £129 1 One-way 2 changes - Regionale Veloce 3483+RJX 134+RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
7:46 14h12 Padova 21:58 Prague hlavní nádraží £129 1 One-way 2 changes
- FlixBus
0:10 13h35 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 13:45 Prague, Central Train Station £58 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
0:10 13h45 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 13:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc £58 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus
21:45 14h35 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) 12:20 Prague, Central Train Station £80 1 One-way 1 change
- FR 3600
19:10 1h30 Bologna Airport 20:40 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £200 1 One-way 0 changes 
LO304 · LO527+
LO400315:10 21h00 Bologna Airport 12:10 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £265 1 One-way 2 changes- OS550 · OS643
6:45 3h35 Venice Marco Polo Airport 10:20 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport £282 1 One-way 1 change
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FAQs: Padua 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 Padua to Prague.
There are 3 options to travel between Padua and Prague including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Prague is a train with an average price of £7.
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Prague:
A train is £70 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Padua to Prague costing on average £77.
A train is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Prague costing on average £381.
The fastest way to travel from Padua to Prague is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 21m.
Coach takes on average 14h 16m.
The Padua to Prague distance is approximately 553 km.
The average frequency per day from Padua to Prague is:
- Around 65 flights per day.
- Around 21 coaches per day.
- Around 15 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Padua 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 Padua to Prague:
- Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Padova and arrive in Prague hlavní nádraží.
- Coaches mostly depart from Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) and arrive in Prague, Central Train Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Padua to Prague, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Air Dolomiti, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, KLM, British Airways, ITA, Swiss, Air France, Turkish Airlines, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, Buzz, Eurowings, KLM Cityhopper, Malta Air, Helvetic Airways, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, BA Euroflyer, Volotea, Lufthansa Cityline, Luxair, TAP Portugal, Edelweiss Air, Avion Express Malta to go to Prague by flight.
- Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn to go to Prague by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Prague by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Padua to Prague with the following travel companies:
- 1 direct flights per day with Buzz, Malta Air, Volotea.
- 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Padua 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 Padua 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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